From Start to Finish: Abstract Painting in Acrylics and Mixed Mediacourse taught by Rojia DadashzadehLocation: 224 Wallace Avenue studios, Toronto
Registration: info@rojia.com
www.rojia.com
(647) 800 6750
Cost: $495.
Workshop Description:
Each participant will experience working on three wood panels as we take you on a creative journey sharing our art making process with you from start to finish.
Students will be encouraged to explore language, colour, composition, nurture emotional richness, spontaneity and experimentation and to develop conceptual ideas.
A slide show presentation of modern art will be given with discussion and emphasis on composition, balance, colour, form, symbolism,the representation of motion ,and the superimposition of images in the organization of space in abstract paintings.
Both one-on-one and group critiques are aimed at enhancing individual growth.
Media will include heavy body acrylics, mixing and pouring mediums, moulding pastes and gels, and professional grade MSA or Polymer Varnish. Various materials and mediums, for example, coloured pencil, crayon, and inks will be introduced and used to experiment with different techniques during the process.
The workshop will include plenty of demonstrations and time for students to work.
Students will get to:
- Experience taking an idea from Start to Finish with our support and guidance
- Experiment with new paint colours and mediums provided in the workshop by our sponsors
- Learn how to prepare wood panels for painting
- Learn how to apply paint to panel
- Learn the fundamental of colour mixing and create their own colour mixing tables
- Create depth and texture by via scratching and electrical sanding techniques
- Experience group discussion on creative process and the journey of making abstract art
- Varnish the result painting with professional quality archival products
- Learn tricks & tips on wiring the back of their paintings for hanging
Beginners and experienced students are welcomed
