Approach landscape painting in a contemporary way. In this acrylic workshop, you will experiment with different mediums, as well as several techniques such as pouring and spatula work. Create an abstract landscape that will evoke emotion and retain the mood of a traditional landscape!
Open to beginner and intermediate skill levels.
*This workshop is recorded (you will receive the video link 48 to 72 hours after the workshop)
Part 1 : Project presentation and explanation of materials
To begin, Marie-Hélène will explain the characteristics of all required mediums, as well as the different colour application techniques that will be needed to complete the project.
Part 2 : Creating the landscape
With step-by-step instructions, you will create a semi-abstract work of art depicting a mountainous landscape and its shoreline. Through this layered composition, you will obtain unique and convincing results, without needing any particular drawing skills.
List of materials to bring:
✓ Square canvas
✓ Acrylic paint set
✓ Small diamond-shaped spatula
✓ Crackle medium
✓ Pouring medium
✓ A sheet of tissue paper
✓ Three small containers to prepare colours with the pouring medium (e.g. coffee cups, small yogurt cups, etc.)
✓ A jar of water to rinse your brushes
✓ An absorbent cloth
✓ A palette to mix your colours