Description
Adding Creative Expression to Painting with Lauren Brading
Tuesdays, May 14- June 18, 2024 (6 weeks)
Time: 9:00am -12:00pm
Price: Non-member $185 / Member $155
Location: Cape Cod Art Center
Description: Create artwork in your own style, in the medium of your choice, during this contemporary painting class: instruction in acrylic, gouache, watercolor and ink. Individual development and creative expression will be at the core of this class, with the benefit of a group setting to share ideas, techniques and inspiration.
This class is designed for the new painter, artists interested in trying a different medium, or painters looking for advice and insight to their process. Explore the tools and materials of painting and watch demonstrations to get the most out of your chosen medium: from setting up your palette, to applying color theory concepts, to creating interesting compositions and brushwork.
Drawing inspiration from traditional and contemporary art we will explore and experiment with the realism-abstraction continuum to help you develop your own process and personal style.
Bring objects or photographic references to work from (preferably your own photos). If you know the medium you want to work in, bring your supplies to the first class, or I can help you decide which path to follow and provide a materials list.
About the Instructor: As a fourth generation Cape Codder, Lauren has spent a lot of time following the tides and the weather and the changing seasons which is distinctly reflected in her paintings and designs. Working in her Dennis studio, she aims to create images that will dance off the page, with a strong element of luminosity and lyrical abstraction. She received her BA (Hons) from the University of New Hampshire and a Post Graduate Diploma in Design from the University of Arts London. While living and working in England, Lauren was a member of the Association of Illustrators in London and a finalist in the Epson International Digital Print Awards. She also studied painting and color theory with Christiana Kubrick at ‘Childwickbury Arts’ and exhibited in galleries and art fairs both in London and New York. She has over thirty years of experience working in the visual arts and her artwork has been used in a variety of fields including fine art, publishing, commercial, and textile design. She is currently a museum educator at the Cape Cod Museum of Art and enjoys nothing more than seeing people of all ages engage in the creative process. www.quivettcreekstudio.com
Suggested Supply list suggested for class:
Lauren recommends the following materials, but if you can’t get these exact supplies or already have your own that’s no problem. Bring whatever you have to class! If you’re unsure of anything just wait and we’ll discuss during class.
Your medium of choice:
Acrylic Paint Materials:
Acrylic Paints:
● Go with a starter set if you are building your paint set from scratch. I like Golden brand and M.Graham. Golden Open Acrylics have a slower drying time than heavy body and may be better for a beginner
● Or individual tubes of:
○ Titanium white
○ Yellow ochre
○ Alizarin crimson
○ Ultramarine blue
○ Sap green
○ Burnt Umber
○ Manganese blue
○ Hansa Yellow
○ Cadmium red medium
Palette: Plastic or disposable palette paper at least 12”x16”
Brushes: Start with a set or just a few brushes in different shapes and sizes until you know what you like. Princeton Real Value brushes come in a variety of sizes at a good price point.
Paper towels or rag: get a thick brand like Bounty
Glass jar: for water, large
Canvas or panel: Stretched, primed canvas or primed gesso board depending on preference
Watercolor or Gouache Paint Materials:
Watercolor Paints: Start with a set of pans or tubes if you’re starting from scratch. I like Winsor & Newton’s Cotman line for the quality/value
Gouache Paints: Start with a set of tubes. Winsor & Newton Designer’s Gouache or M.Graham Artist’s gouache are what I use but there are many options at different price points.
If buying individual tubes:
● Titanium white
● Yellow ochre
● Alizarin crimson
● Ultramarine blue
● Sap green
● Burnt Umber
● Cobalt blue
● Hansa Yellow
● Primary Red
● Permanent Green Light
Palette: Plastic with wells and a large mixing area, or large flat tray
Brushes: Start with a set or just a few brushes in different shapes and sizes. Winsor & Newton Cotman brushes are a good value, but any Taklon brushes will do to start.
Paper towels or rag: get a thick brand like Bounty.
Glass jar: for water, large.
Paper: Watercolor or mixed media paper, 140lbs or higher. Hot press is a smooth surface and cold press has more texture.