Description: In this workshop students will explore personal growth in art while learning painterly techniques in creating strong watercolors from a variety of subject matter. Ways to achieve dynamic effects in paint using spontaneous brushwork will be demonstrated daily through painting the landscape, still life, and architectural subject. The underlying truth that behind every great painting is the foundation of a strong abstract design will be emphasized. Color relationships, values, edges, temperature of light and shadow will be discussed, as well as the application of value sketches, atmospheric and linear perspective. Let's discover the “how-to's” of producing great work with sound design, while focusing on the spirit of each painting. Students will develop a personal style and gain inspiration and enthusiasm for future paintings. A fantastic time will be had by all!

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Description: Light is the first of painters. There is no object that intense light will not make beautiful.Ralph Waldo Emerson I am essentially a painter of the kind of still life com position that communicates a sense of tranquility and privacy, moods which I have always valued above all else. Georgio Morandi I do not literally paint that table but the emotion it produces upon me. Henri Matisse Based on these statements Ted will discuss and demonstrate his approach to painting the still life as well as using the camera as a tool to achieve and skillfully use the elements of light, composition and emotion in your work.

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