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Surprising Outcomes with Paint | Term Four, 2024

Make paintings that are lively, unpredictable and exciting to both create and look at!

We will use experimentation and process to generate ideas and new ways of working.
Aim for positive outcomes and resolution to problems that are preventing you from achieving satisfactory results.
You'll find your way of working to make surprising discoveries with paint.

For all levels including beginners.

Content

* Expressive painting action with colour and fun
* Instinctive spontaneous process
* Work collaboratively and /or on individual projects
* Group feedback and tutor guidance
* Learn through experimentation and creative problem-solving
* Discover by avoiding the predictable
* A relaxing, non-judgmental environment

Objectives

* Draw out from your own personal interests
* Find your own way of working
* Experience group dynamics
* Enjoy prolific output
* Discover hidden areas of ability
* Explore different ways to be motivated
* Understand how paintings work

Outcomes

* Create a series of work or group of experiments
* Evolve and resolve work
* Experience many surprises
* High productivity
* Gain more confidence
* Find a greater understanding of your potential and strengths

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Class Type: Mains Class
Tutor: Gary Freemantle
  • Every Tuesday (21 Oct - 06 Dec)
  • 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Materials cost: Allow a minimum of $50 for materials over the term
    Casual Students: $630.00 + materials
  • T2.27
  • 16 (Max number of students)
Required Materials:
* Bring scissors, HB and 6B pencils
* Acrylic paint is required from the start. You'll have watercolour options for later in the term
* Oil paint ok for later in term
* Colours - medium yellow, ultramarine and pthalo blue, Alizarin Crimson, yellow ochre, Cadmium Red, burnt umber, black, white - also ... include any of your favourite colours or brands
* Brushes - mix of bristle and synthetic hair - from large 3 inch, medium 1 inch to small
* Heavy cartridge paper for painting on. Panels or canvas for later in the term
* Please note, we will discuss material needs at the beginning of the class
* Brown paper is available and free

You can purchase your art supplies from our Materials Shop