So You Think You CAN'T Paint? An Intro to the Basics of Drawing and Painting

Description

An intro to the basics of drawing and painting. 

Register for this class HERE! 

DESCRIPTION:

“I can’t even draw a straight line!” 

If you’ve ever made the above statement, then this class is for you! Join instructor Lori Stetson for three stress-free afternoons of basic instruction and come away with a new confidence in your budding abilities. Whether you possess the hidden gifts of an undiscovered DaVinci, a primitive cave painter or somewhere in between, anyone can enjoy creating art. This class is designed to help you find that joy. 

Show me that you can't draw a straight line and I'll show you how to draw mountains.

CLASS SYLLABUS

Session One - How You See It

• A look at the basics of light, perspective and composition

Session Two - Add Paint

• Mixing colors, use of different brushes and special effects

Session Three - Putting It All Together

• Using a "paint night" format, students follow step by step instructions to complete a landscape painting of the instructors choice

MATERIALS LIST: 

All supplies included in registration, but personal sketchbooks are encouraged (however not required). 

INSTRUCTOR BIO: 

My artistic talents developed right alongside this furred and feathered obsession and for thirty years I painted animal portraits. Stepping outside of my comfort zone in 2002 I began producing works from my head and heart and exploring new mediums. Wire sculpting, oil painting and the study of trees and water are all current areas of interest My work has been featured on the covers of an international veterinary magazine and homes across the country. 

CANCELLATION POLICY: 

• Cancellations made 1 week or more in advance of the class date will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made within 3 - 6 days will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made within 48 hours to the class will not be refunded. 
  • Students will have the option to transfer registration to another class in place of receiving a refund. 
  • Special consideration will be given to cancellations due to health-related issues and family emergencies.
• If you plan miss a session of class, please inform your instructor, or email our Program Coordinator, Lauren Hood, at L.hood@bowercenter.org 
• There will be no refunds or discounts given for missed classes.