Outdoors Figure Painting

In this workshop we will approach the complex task of painting the figure outside.

We will learn how to apply Plein Air concepts to the figure.

Analysis and understanding of the palette.

Atmosphere and ligth effects.

Brushwork and it's impact on the painting.

We well learn how to interpret and not just copy from nature.

Simplification of value and shapes.

Understanding the "Key" of a painting.

Composition and negative spaces.

This Workshop will take place at the green areas of MIFA, we have tables and restrooms available. Safety measurements and the use of mask is required.

Lunch will be picnic style, feel free to bring something to share.

Limited spots Available

Materials List:

Oil colors: 

•Titanium White  

•Naples yellow
•Cadmiun Yellow light

*Cadmiun Orange
•Yellow Ochre 

•Cadmiun red  (or Vermilion) 

•Alizarin Crimson
•Burnt Sienna
•Raw Umber 

•Ultramarine Blue

*Cobalt Blue

•Cerulean Blue 

*Cobalt Violet

*Viridian green

Brushes: 

Flat bristle brushes and filbert bristle brushes. Different sizes Sable brushes. Small sizes for details. 

Medium: 

Linseed oil. (Liquin or walnut oil id ok.)
Mineral spirits for cleaning the brushes 

Canvas: 

16’’ x 14’’ or  20" x 16" (I recommend canvas panels or boards for plein air painting) 

Easel: 

Portable easel for plein air painting 

Charcoal, Palette knife and Paper towel 

“Creativity begins with an open mind and willingness to let go expectations”

Explore and learn the possibilities of a new approach to sculpture with  mixed media in a 4 days workshop format. We'll be exploring different  materials like stone art paste, paper and discarded objects to create  your art pieces. Step-by-step instruction on design and construction  process, volume, surface treatment, textures, collage and color. In a  safe small group environment with a lot of personal attention.
 

This course is for anyone interested in creating artwork that is unique. Each piece created is different and totally personal. 

Workshop 

Flores al óleo nivel I. 

Con Ellery Gutierrez 

Costo: $400  

Inicia 7 de Noviembre  4 Sabados de 9:30am a 12:30 pm 

El curso incluye las pinturas al óleo y el canvas preparado. 

El alumno necesita traer sus pinceles, paleta, aceite de linaza y trementina.
Primer día de clase, se le enseñará a preparar el canvas antes del dibujo y a dibujar con la cuadricula.  

Los 3 sábados restantes, desarrollo del tema.
 

Solo 12 cupos disponibles.