Painting Soul Partners

We all have those special animals in our life that complete our hearts. Whether they are the ones that live in our homes or the ones that live in the wild that we connect with on a soulful level. Many of us can connect to these creatures on the deepest level of our being. They are our companions, friends, guides and inspiration. In this class we will learn a process of steps to take a photograph to a finished painting that captures the essence and personality of these spirits. These skills will apply to any subject – animal, still life or landscape. You will learn where to begin, how to lay down a sketch, color blocking, background and finished details.

No prior painting experience is required.

Supply List:

• Canvas (can be square 10x10 or rectangle 9x12) - or larger
• Acrylic Paints (variety of colors) Heavy Body tubes * Liquitex Basics starter set comes with a variety of colors and can be purchased at Michael’s with a 40% coupon for rather cheap * any brand will do
• Caran D’ache Neo Color II in a neutral color – (example: Payne’s Grey, Burnt Umber, Raw Umber)
• Brushes (variety) suggested – ¾” flat, #4 round, #2 filbert, #4 filbert
• Water container
• Rags
• 8x10 close up color photo of your animal
• Palette or palette paper