Gina Rossi Armfield

Under the Influence

We learn by seeing, copying, creating and doing. In this class we will learn from those who have come before us. Gleaning from the masters. Using a picture book that is based on an illustrative theme ( such as: Art Nouveau, Vargas Pinup Girls, Japanese Prints, Klimt, etc. ) we will examine style, color, lettering, line quality and detail. In this process we learn to study and in some cases copy so that we will be able to create original pieces of our own. Techniques taught will include - line drawing, pen, colored pencil, marker and pastel. You will create a journal that is a reference book as well as a piece of art.

Supply List:

• Thematic illustrated book at least 9x12 in size - such as: Art Nouveau, Vargas Pinup Girls, Japanese Prints, Klimt, etc. ( you can find these in book stores for under $20 or used online for less)
  * Please email me if you have questions at armfield@att.net*
• A variety of colors of Copic markers with a brush tip including gray shades in light, med, dark Copic calls them neutral gray 01, 03, 05, 07 ) or the like
  *also good and less expensive are the Copic Ciao brand and the Triart brand of markers*
• Black Pitt (med, fine, super fine) or Micron drawing pens ( .3, .5, .8)
• Colored pencils
• Hot press watercolor paper or heavy weight drawing paper in the size of your book
• Glue stick
• Metal ruler
• Colored masking tape
• Caran d’ache neo color II
  
  Optional:
• Panpastels
• Embellishments
• Sharpie water based poster paint markers ( can be found on ebay)