Palette Knife Landscapes in Acrylic

Description

This four-session course introduces participants to the bold, satisfying world of acrylic landscape painting with palette knives. This class guides beginners and those with a little palette knife experience from basic techniques to completing two finished acrylic landscape paintings with palette knives.  Participants can choose to paint a scene provided by the instructor, (see sample photos) or they may choose to bring their own photo to paint. Participants learn to use acrylic paint types and texture-building mediums such as gel mediums and modeling paste to create depth in their landscapes and create atmospheric backgrounds such as skies, distant hills and light transitions. Composition basics are covered, namely, horizon lines, focal points, depth and dark to light tones.  Each session includes a demonstration, guided studio time, experimentation, hands-on exercises and individualized coaching so participants can progress at a comfortable pace. This class is ideal for beginners and anyone who loves landscapes.  No drawing skills required.  Material list available upon registration.