Painting Dramatic Clouds and Skies in Oil or Acrylic
w/ David Marty
Date / Time: Saturday-Sunday / January 25-26 / 10:30-4:30
Cost: $275
Registration: Call in, come in, or register online. 425.697.2787
Location: Cole Art Studio, located on the lower level of Cole Gallery. 107 5th Ave S, Edmonds WA 98020Saturday-Sunday / Oct 19-20 / 10:30-4:30
Description:
David will be exploring the fun subject of clouds – one of his favorite things to paint. Clouds aren’t just white and fluffy – they can be alive with colors and rich with darker shadows. David will share his approach to capturing this beautiful subject matter. He will demo both billowing cumulus clouds as well as dramatic backlit cloud formations, working on composition, mixing colors and brushwork. He will then work with you personally and guide you as you create your own paintings of clouds.
David will be painting in oils, but students may work in oils or acrylics. Acrylic artists are encouraged to use retarding medium and/or mix in open acrylics to extend drying time. Some painting experience will be helpful, but the workshop is open to all levels.
Plan on creating two paintings, so bring 2 to 3 medium size panels, ranging from 9x12” to 16x20”. Dave will provide photo reference material to work from but you may bring your own as well.
Join us and discover how to portray clouds more convincingly!
Supply List:
You can purchase your quality art supplies at ARTspot! Registered students receive a 10% discount on all their art supplies from the time of paid registration until the last day of class. Most items on this list are available at ARTspot. Please let their staff advise you about appropriate art materials to fulfill requirements for your class. Questions about these supplies? ARTspot staff are happy to help you. Call 425-640-6408 or email at ARTspotEdmonds@gmail.com
Paints: Recommended colors –
Be sure your paints are good quality professional brand such as Gamblin or a similar high-quality artist grade paint.
Titanium White
Cadmium Yellow Light
Cadmium Red Light
Alizarin Crimson
Ultramarine Blue
Cerulean Blue or Phthalo Blue
Viridian or Phthalo Green
Burnt Sienna
Yellow Ochre
Optional:
Grey (Gamblin Portland Grey Medium or similiar)
Cadmium Orange
Violet
Note for Oil Painters – As an alternative to purchasing individual paints, you can purchase an oil paint set instead, such as the Georgian Oil Color 10 tube Introduction Set by Daler-Rowney (or equivalent). Students new to oil painting will find that this introductory set contains the appropriate colors necessary to begin experimenting. The set contains ten tubes of 22ml Georgian oil colors including burnt sienna, cadmium red hue, cadmium yellow hue, crimson alizarin, French ultramarine blue, lamp black, lemon yellow, sap green, titanium white and yellow ochre.
Mediums – For Oil Painters only (acrylic painters will not need to purchase mediums)
Only odorless Mineral Spirits such as Gamsol by Gamblin and an airtight container
Note: no stinky mediums or solvents allowed, and no Liquin.
Palette
Disposable paper palettes or a wood, plastic or glass palette
Brushes
Flats and/or Brights - sizes #2, 4, 6, 8
Small Round - #2
Palette Knives
1 small (~1 1/4”)
1 larger (~3”) pointed trowel shaped
Canvas Panels
Bring 2-3 canvas panels or stretched canvas ranging from 9x12” to 16x20”
Misc. Items
• Reference photo if you would like to use your own (please print them out before you come). Dave will also provide photos.
• Portable Easel - Small table top model or free standing model (Cole has a number of these. Call to reserve one.)
• Paper towels
• Plastic bags for trash
• Acrylic painters: bring a spray water bottle and an extender to slow the paint drying time.
Don’t forget something to bring your paintings home in!
Check this out! ARTspot Concierge Service. ARTspot will personally do your shopping for you! They can set aside the materials you need, ready for pickup - they can even deliver your supplies to Cole Art Studio before your class. Call ARTspot at 425.640.6408 for this great service. Note: To ensure your order can be filled, please order as early as possible.