Introduction To Alcohol Inks

Saturday, July 27th
9:30 am - Noon
$50

Instructor: Karen Bullaro

Explore the exciting and unusual realm of Alcohol Inks!

These unique inks are capable of achieving vibrant realism, or an endless array of free-form patterns and flourishes. In this hands-on workshop students will get to know the unique working properties of alcohol inks, including how to successfully incorporate alcohol inks into mixed media works. We'll be using using Pinata Alcohol Inks and working on mylar, Yupo and Mineral Paper, plus some fun alternate materials! Students will see quick demonstrations for each technique and then enjoy lots of hands-on exploration time to create your own pieces!

Each student will receive 4 bottles of Pinata ink and one bottle of Claro Extender fluid; these are yours to use in class and take home afterwards!

• All other materials are provided for your use
  
• Please wear studio appropriate clothing
  
• Suitable for both beginners and experienced artists

The Uses of Underpainting in Oils

Saturday, August 10th
9:30am - 12 noon
$60

Instructor: Kasia Rubkiewicz

Underpainting is a great foundational technique to add to your artist's toolbox! Through the course of this class we will work on up to three paintings, allowing students the chance to experiment with a different underpainting in each piece and explore different underapainting techniques.

Although this workshop will be taught using oils, the techniques learned will be applicable to acrylic painters as well.

Reference photos will be provided but students are also encouraged to bring any reference material that inspires them

• all materials provided
  
• please wear studio appropriate clothing
• paintings will not be dry by the end of class; we recommend bringing a pizza box or tray to transport paintings home
• suitable for experienced artists or beginners