Thursdays, 1 - 3 pm. September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23 (6 weeks).
EB $175/Reg $185
Please note: Students supply the basic materials for their course (see Supplies List below description).
The abstract language follows a tradition of invention and Interpretation.
The course objective is to develop the concept of abstraction from source materials.
Soft pastel’s tactile nature and basic supply / material requirements are an ideal entry into the journey of exploring abstraction.
Initial colour studies from thumbnail sketches will progress in stages to the completion of larger works. This process, based on utilizing the Principles and Elements of Art is transferable to other mediums.
You will receive a 4 pg outline detailing How to Abstract, The Principles and Elements of Art, Composition Strategies, Ideas on Colour Studies in addition to Creating Larger Work and Self Critiquing.
Supply List Required
- 2 - 3 Generals Compressed Charcoal sticks 4b or 6b
- 1 roll of 3⁄4 in. *Plain Masking Tape* (No blue or green painters tape)
- 1 1⁄2” or 2” bristle paint brush ( an inexpensive hardware store brush)
- A Set of Dry (Soft) Pastel sticks
- (a minimum 24 - 36 colour variety)
- Medium Soft pastels are required.
- very soft pastels will be available to try during the sessions.
Recommended Brands: sold in sets or individual sticks:
- Medium Soft Brands:
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- Mungyo Gallery
- Holbein Artist Pastels
- Rembrandt Soft Pastels
- Very Soft Brands:
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- Sennelier
- Schmicke
- Diane Townsend Thinline or Soft Forms
Textured pastel paper is required.
- Any textured or sanded pastel surfaces will work.
- 1 or 2 sheets 22” x 30” of a neutral gray or warm colour
- the sheet will be cut in quarters for use during the sessions.
- Brand recommendations: Canson Touch, Sennelier,
- Pastel Premier, Colourfix or Pastelmat
Some brands are available in smaller sized loose sheet or multi colour pads of 10 sheets which are very useful.
*Quality Soft Pastels and Textured pastel surfaces are available at Wyndham Art Supply in Guelph or online.
If you own any artist grade dry (soft) Pastels they will be appropriate for use.
****Please note that the Pastels in this course are NOT Oil Pastels ... Only Soft, Dry Pastels are used in these sessions
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