In this fun and challenging one day workshop students will learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting from observation with a still life as subject matter. Students may use either acrylic or oil paint. Students will learn how to draw and paint from observation using a limited palette. Master artists will be referenced and experienced tutor Ochre Lawson will demonstrate different painting and drawing techniques. Ochre is a professional artist of more than 15 years whose approach to teaching is structured with demonstrations of techniques and step-by-step instructions .
You will learn about:
- how to draw and paint from observation
- how to measure basic proportions
- how to see and paint tone
- How to use a variety of brush marks
- About historical and contemporary artists
- How to set up a painting palette, basic colours, brushes and materials