Landscape Painting: Focus on Trees

360 Online Class | This program is completed

1501 10th Ave East Seattle, WA 98102 United States

TBD

All Levels

7/2/2020-7/30/2020

1:30 PM-4:30 PM PDT on Th

Download iCalendar

$265.00

$238.50

$10.00

To assist you in preparing for this class, we have provided a link to the setup / test pages from the conference provider. If you have never used this conference service before please click on the link below so that your PC or device will be ready to participate in this class.

Click here to download app

Learn to accurately paint a variety of tree forms while expressing the unique qualities of individual trees. Working in the studio, students will learn the basic skills of interpreting light and shadow to render volumes in space. Gain an understanding of the dynamic structure of tree forms, paint the texture of foliage, and see the landscape in perspective. Classes will take place online, working with oil or acrylic paints.

  • • Gamsol
  • • Paper towels
  • • Easel or table top for a work surface
  • • microphone and camera enabled computer
  • • I-pad, smart tablet or smart phone (android or IOS)
  • • Strong internet connection
  • • Excited Attitude!
  • Paper/Canvas/Sculpting Material:
  • -6 to 8 canvases or panels - 11”x14” is recommended. If you like to paint larger:16”x20” MAX
  • -Fredrix Canvas Pad – 9x12”
  • -Sketchbook
  • Paint/Color/Dry media:
  • It is very important that you use professional artist quality paints. Student-grade paint may look like a bargain but it has less pigment and more filler than professional quality paint.
  • Artist’s colors (NOT student-grade paints) – oil or acrylic
  • -White – titanium or titanium/zinc mix
  • -Nickel titanite yellow also known as titanite yellow (Golden Acrylics makes this color)
  • -Cadmium yellow light
  • -Yellow ochre
  • -Burnt umber
  • -Cadmium red light
  • -Alizarin crimson permanent
  • -Ultramarine blue
  • -Cerulean blue
  • Painting medium –
  • For oils: (my favorite is Gamblin Galkyd Gel Medium – gel-form in tube)
  • For acrylics: slow dry acrylic medium.
  • Brush/Pencils/Sculpting tools:
  • Range of brushes
  • Soft Brushes
  • Filberts: 6,4,2
  • Brights: 4
  • Rounds: 12, 4
  • Hog-Bristle Brushes
  • Filbert: 8
  • Flat: 10, 8
  • House painting brush –2” or 3”
  • Miscellaneous:
  • -Palette—HIGHLY RECOMMENDED is Masterson Sta-Wet Palette Seal Box with disposable pallet paper 12x16 inch. Please do not purchase small, oval palettes.
  • -Small jar with lid
  • -Pencils for sketching
  • -1 piece chalk or white pastel
  • -3-ring binder for your reference photos and color charts
  • -Plastic sheet protectors for your reference photos
  • -A black dry erase marker
  • -Sandpaper - 150 grit – one or two sheets
  • SUGGESTED:
  • -Gesso for additional canvas prep – 8 oz. acrylic gesso
  • -Vinyl disposable gloves (find at drugstore)
  • PLEIN AIR SUPPLIES: When painting outdoors, you will need a folding/easy to carry easel, a small folding stool, a bag or rolling cart to carry your supplies, and a way to transport wet canvases (Guerrilla Painter Handy Porters are my favorite). Additionally you will need to protect yourself from the elements (hat, sunscreen, umbrella, jacket, etc.) and care for yourself (snacks, water, medications, etc.).
  • Optional/additional notes:
  • Reference photos (specifics will be discussed in class)
  • Art stores recommendations:
  • Artist and Craftsman Supply
  • Dick Blick Art Supply
  • The Art Spot