Introduction to Acrylic Painting Workshop

Learn about the different supports you can use for acrylic paint, surface treatments, types of brushes, mediums and use a variety of markmaking tools.

● A variety of structured exercises will help develop your understanding and appreciation of working in acrylic paint.

● Use a wide range of brushes and palette knives for different effects.

● Layer paint and scrape through.

● Apply paint with other household items and utensils.

● Prepare the surface.

● Consider different working methods, allowing for staining, drips and puddles.

● Add texture and pattern into paint.

● Discuss and explore the advantages and disadvantages of using acrylic paint on different supports.

You will create experimental acrylic paintings on paper to take home.

Claire will provide the paint, canvas, mediums and other elements you need for the various techniques demonstrated.

A ll materials and refreshments are included.