Learn to Create Exciting Abstract Paintings

Presented by CHITRA RAMANATHAN
October 20, 27 November 3, 10 2023

For this class we will choose acrylic paints. Abstract painting can create a story by painting, or by Collage: Using a choice of different materials attached on to the substrate such as news clippings, string and any lightweight object that will adhere to the surface. You can also bring photographs for reference as a choice.

* Please read through the supplies list for making a choice between collage methods or painting.

Materials list:

Canvas, paper for acrylic painting. Any size, preferably small if a beginner.

Or wood panels such as found at art supply stores, or online

Paints:

You can make a choice from the following:

Acrylic Paints as they dry soon: as a suggestion, one basic set of twelve colors, or 1 tube each as follows, and acrylic glazing mediums as they have glue-like properties. So no glue required.

Black

Titanium White

Alizarin Crimson, Naphthol Red, or Cadmium Red

Yellow Ochre, Hansa Yellow, Cadmium Yellow

Phthalo or Ultramarine Blue

Browns such as Burnt Sienna, Burnt or Raw Umber

Optional Colors:

Viridian Green

Payne’s Gray

Cadmium Yellow

Palette (Plastic surfaces will work fine)

Rags and paper towels for cleanup

Sponge to remove excess paint

Plastic spray water bottle available at any hardware store, to spray on surface if extend wetness of paint

Assorted paint brushes:

A combination of flat, rounded brush varieties by any manufacturer.

A set of five or six brushes of different sizes to begin painting. We shall discuss brushes on the first day in class if not sure of what or how many to acquire.

Palette knife as basic tool. Please note different sizes are available if desired.

Any container for water