Windows, Doors, Pathways – these are all symbolic portals of transformation. We are drawn to these images with a deep sense of mystery and knowing at the same time. In this class we will work on a series of 3 paintings to explore our new passage. We will use our own black and white photographs along with paint, pastels and words. Techniques learned will include – composition, painting skills, layout, background, and detail. Have Courage, Be Brave, Embark on your Journey!
Note: photographs that you take yourself are best; however, black and white images printed out on photo paper are also acceptable.
Supply List:
- 3 Canvases 11x14
- Heavy Body Acrylic Paints in a variety of colors– any brand will due
Liquitex Basics starter set comes with a variety of colors for a reasonable price if you are starting out
found here
- Caran D’ache Neo Color II in black, white and basic colors (other colors optional) –
found here
- Pan Pastels in a dark neutral color (ex. Black, Sepia, Grey)
found here
- Round sponge Soft Pan Pastel Tool
found here
- Brushes (variety) suggested – ¾” flat, #4 round, #2 filbert, #4 filbert
- 2 Water containers (one for clean and one for dirty)
I like a larger one with a screen for the dirty
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- Rags
- Matte medium (liquid not gel)
- Plastic squeeze bottle
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- Old credit/gift card
- Black Stabilo Aquarellable pencil
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- White Stabilo Aquarellable pencil
- Black and white photographs based on the Portals theme (2 copies each of 3 different images)
**VERY IMPORTANT - printed on “MATTE” photo paper
- Palette or palette paper
- metal ruler 18” or longer
- Poems, song lyrics, passages that relate
Optional:
- Infinity Pencil Sharpener
found here (Akamai located in Port Townsend can get these as well)
- Additional colors of Stabilo Aquarellable pencils
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- tsquare
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- Pastel Fixative
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- Table top easel
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Note: I play music in my classes if you prefer your own please bring an ipod and earphones.
Akamai is an art store in Port Townsend close to the fort. They are wonderful and usually offer an Artfest discount. I will be giving them my materials list. You can contact them and pre purchase everything needed and they will have it ready for you.
akamaiart.com
