“Monochromatic” is one of 9 commonly used color schemes. The word Monochromatic literally means “mono = one, chrome = color”. It is a color scheme using only one color. You create color differences when you add black and white to that one color (black and white are not colors). This was a favorite painting technique […]
Trees are so symbolic of life. They put down deep roots for stability, a thick trunk to weather the storms, and shed the old to have space for new growth. These new painters learned and demonstrated first of basic acrylic painting techniques to manifest their impression of our tree. Each resulted in a colorful, expressive abstraction. […]
This class will look at several more tricks and advanced acrylic painting technques to add to the participants’ repertoire. We will also focus some time on color and the 9 color theories for more intentional color choices. Bring your own ideas for a subject matter, or choose one from the many lesson examples on hand. […]
Join this intimate group of new friends into the world of acrylic painting. The participants will learn basic brush management and several beginning painting techniques. With these newly discovered skills, they will find their own way to express the suggested subject of the evening, trees, and the symbolic meanings tree can have. Or they are […]
It’s summertime…and living is easy…at the BEACH!! Where we all wish we were. So bring alittle of the beach life to you. Learn basic watercolor techniques and 6 special effects to enhance your painting. We will apply those techniques to several easy practice projects before the final beach painting, Then the student can use any […]
The celebration of Mother’s Day as it is today is not even 100 years old. Yet across the globe we take the oportunity to honor our mothers on this day, to thank them for their efforts in giving life, raising us, and being a constant supporter. Join our Mother/daughter Tea and painting party to celebrate […]
Cherry blossoms are the symbolic flower of spring, a time of renewal and the fleeting nature of life. In Japan the mass blooming of the cherry trees gives reason for people and families to come together to celebrate and marvel in their beauty. In our painting class, you will create a lasting visual of natures […]
In a Jimmy Buffet “Margaritaville” style, participants will be enjoying an evening with a tropical theme while painting birds such as parrots and toucans. Don your favorite Hawaiian shirts and garb, feel the ocean breeze through your hair, sip on a margarita with friends, and create a masterpiece with all the bright colors of the […]
Let’s show our appreciation for the finer things Italian!! Tonight’s painting theme will be wine bottles and wine glasses in acrylic paints. We will explore color blocks, transparency, and color theory for this masterpiece. Come and share a glass of vino and a slice of pizza, candle light on checkerboard covered tables, and Dean Martin […]
Learn basic watercolor painting technique and 9 special effects you can add. Then the students will apply their favorite techniques to a winter landscape painting. All painting supplies are provided. Light refreshments will be available. Please feel free to bring your own “special” beverages. Contact Debra if you have any questions; debra@lavendersblueart.com