Intro to Acrylic Painting | Ages 12+
In this introductory course (3 sessions, February 5,12,19) to explore acrylics we will learn about materials, pigments, color mixing, brush techniques, and more! Acrylics are very versatile and can be used in thin layers like watercolors or in thicker, more opaque applications like oil paints. Acrylic dries quickly and cleans up easily with water! Relax and express yourself with acrylic paints!
Learning Objectives:
· Brush application techniques
· Pigments and paints
· Color mixing
· Underpainting and blocking
· Creating form
· Capturing light
All supplies included. TMA members receive 10% off all registrations.
Gretchen Wood | Art Educator
Gretchen Wood holds a BS from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and is currently a graduate student at Edgewood College in Madison, WI pursuing a MA in Art Therapy. Gretchen works out of Soulflower Studio in Appleton and her paintings tend to focus on nature themes and animal subjects with bold colors, organic shapes, and floral motifs. Her passion is to spread a message of hope and healing through the arts. She loves both teaching and creating, helping others to develop skills they can use to enrich their lives.