We had the first of six
Modern Painting classes this week.
Fourteen artists at all different levels, working in all different mediums.
Given that, this is structured differently than
any class I’ve taught before.
It’s less about “how to paint” and more about
“thinking” about how to paint.
After introductions and lots of discussion,
we set up a busy still life of random items in the center of the room.
We first did thumbnails by zooming in on sections of it,
focussing on simplifying shapes
for good composition.
The idea was to then use the best thumbnail for inspiration
to make a quick painting.
Here’s a watercolorist’s take;.
Here is how an oil painter approached it;
And then there is this acrylic painter!
I’m pretty sure there’s going to be some magic happening in this class!
The opportunities are endless.
Will keep you posted.