Dates: March 17th, 24th, 31st, April 7th, 14th, and 28th
(No class April 21, Monday after Easter)
Time: 6:45 - 8:45 pm
Ages: Adults and teens 15+
Location: Powerhouse
Instructor: Constance Pierce
Novices Welcome!
This class is an introduction to the basic techniques of acrylic painting: Value/tone, color theory, and dynamic composition will be explored.
Learn by creating an expressive spin on a “painterly" master work. Art history is full of painters who learned by reinterpreting earlier masters they admired. Van Gogh “paraphrased” Delacroix and Jackson Pollock filled his early sketchbooks with studies by El Greco. 20th century artist, Grace Hartigan, painted her way through art history in her own innovative style!
This is NOT a “Paint by number” project!
After prep studies we will begin the final canvas with fluid transparent washes and experiments with stain and drip effects. We will enjoy and discuss the dramatic dynamics of the abstract composition before focusing on details. With dedication, you will achieve an exciting painting to frame or display or to gift to someone special.
No prior experience needed for this acrylic class!
NOTE: My returning students may finish their first painting and then engage in another “paraphrase” to companion the first, or explore abstract spin-off pieces from small areas found within their painting, or may choose personal mentoring for various independent projects. ~ We would love you to return!
Supplies: Available locally at Clay Canvas store or online at Dick Blick. Supply information will be emailed before class begins.
Cancellation Policy: Due to supply purchases and room arrangements, refunds are available ONLY until March 3rd ~ No refunds are available after that. Online registration will close at midnight on March 14th.
NOTE: For the well-being of all, especially 55+ participants, an updated Covid booster is recommended.
Prices: $250 for YAC members and $265 for non-members.
Instructor: Constance Pierce
The artist’s sketchbooks and journals were twice exhibited at The National Museum of Women in the Arts (DC). She has also taught classes with the Smithsonian Institution Art Studio (DC), The Cleveland Institute of Art (OH), Penland School (NC), and served as tenured professor of drawing, painting, and art journals with Bonaventure University, (NY). She was also a visiting artist with Millsaps College (MS) and an artist-in-residence at the Henry Luce III Center for the Arts and Religion (DC), as well as a research fellow and instructor with the Divinity School of Yale University (CT). Over the years, she has exhibited in the U.S., Europe, and Japan. Her art resides in numerous institutional, museum, and private collections.
