Between the Lines

Exploring the idea of texture, texture mediums, as well as alternative texture materials, we  will paint a series of abstract mixed-media, nature inspired artworks.  

This workshop, suitable for all skill levels, unravels the secrets of abstract painting as it applies  to creating stunning landscapes and sweeping vistas, Students will investigate design principles  of composition, design concepts of light and dark, the importance of line and horizon, creating  organic shapes to represent terrain, along with using a variety of materials to obtain depth and  dimension through texture to render a three-dimensional quality to an artwork. And finally,  developing a visual language of color as it applies to nature scenes, in order to successfully  represent both ground and sky.

Kit Fee: $15

Supply List:

• 1 - 3/4” Flat Brush for Acrylic Paint (NOTE: make sure the brush will retain a crisp flat shape after being washed)  
• 1 -  2 oz. bottle of white, raw umber, med. gray, lt. gray, lt. blue, and med. blue acrylic/craft paint (any brand) (NOTE: These paints should be inexpensive normally costing around $1 per bottle or less. Or feel free to use the acrylic paints you already own)  
• 1 - water cup, paint palette, brush rag  
• Goldens Molding Paste (small jar) and a 1” bristle brush  
• Goldens Matte Gel Medium and a brush for applicaton  
• 5 to 10 miscellaneous papers (NOTE: this could be ledger paper, old receipt, letter, book pages, anything interesting writing  and neutral in color)  
• 8 to 10 small white buttons (NOTE: can be vintage or new, consider bringing a mix of styles for variety)
  
  Kit Fee Includes:   
• 2 - 14”x14” plain canvas
• 2 - 14”x14” prepared  canvas
• Misc.  Materials for Texturing
• Misc.  Acrylic Paint
• Misc. Threads and Netting