Brush it Bold 4 X 4 workshop
This workshop is different from other and for intermediate to advanced painters only.
It will run in short sessions over a few weeks with no work in between. Yes that's correct you may not touch your surface between sessions. We will be concentrating on abstract mark making. Slowly building the image until we are happy. This class will take control! It's hard not to touch
You will need Photoshop Elements for this this workshop. its affordable and excellent. I recommend it for every serious artist.
First we will meet up on zoom and discuss what to look for in an image , prepping your surface, tools and paint and then talk about dates and times to get together.
We will start with choosing 8 images each (your own images )and work in Photoshop Elements to edit for Composition (color, value, Balance and colour) until we make one that will work.
Then we will percolate this image in our thoughts for a few days before we touch the surface. You can paint in your head and sketch but no painting!
Then we will work in 1.5 hour increments over a few weeks slowly building layers until we are happy with the final product.
This idea behind this workshop is to have you thinking abstractly. Short sessions will keep you loose and your marks simple. Not touching the surface again until the next session will clear your mind of preconceived ideas and allow a fresh eye.
Our first zoom met up will be November 1 2021 at 11 am
This workshop is different from other and for intermediate to advanced painters only.
It will run in short sessions over a few weeks with no work in between. Yes that's correct you may not touch your surface between sessions. We will be concentrating on abstract mark making. Slowly building the image until we are happy. This class will take control! It's hard not to touch
You will need Photoshop Elements for this this workshop. its affordable and excellent. I recommend it for every serious artist.
First we will meet up on zoom and discuss what to look for in an image , prepping your surface, tools and paint and then talk about dates and times to get together.
We will start with choosing 8 images each (your own images )and work in Photoshop Elements to edit for Composition (color, value, Balance and colour) until we make one that will work.
Then we will percolate this image in our thoughts for a few days before we touch the surface. You can paint in your head and sketch but no painting!
Then we will work in 1.5 hour increments over a few weeks slowly building layers until we are happy with the final product.
This idea behind this workshop is to have you thinking abstractly. Short sessions will keep you loose and your marks simple. Not touching the surface again until the next session will clear your mind of preconceived ideas and allow a fresh eye.
Our first zoom met up will be November 1 2021 at 11 am
Please note: the zoom link and information to get the most from this workshop will be mailed out 1 week prior.
This is a virtual workshop. it is best done with a large screen as possible to see.
You may also need a tablet or phone to take and email photos although I am working on a solution to that
Please have some scrap paper to practice brush strokes on.
Good lighting is important. I must be able to see your painting. the light should be on the painting not behind.
Your easel should be set up straight, not at an angle
You may also need a tablet or phone to take and email photos although I am working on a solution to that
Please have some scrap paper to practice brush strokes on.
Good lighting is important. I must be able to see your painting. the light should be on the painting not behind.
Your easel should be set up straight, not at an angle
Brush it Bold
Painting workshop with Sheila Davis SCA OSA
Supply List for 2 day workshop:
1 Canvas (toned with colour wash and dry) or prepared * wood panels (do not tone with colour)30 X 30 min 36 X 36 max or 30 X 36 or 30 X 40,. – I work on a 36 X 36 i suggest canvas for acrylic.
Brushes – synthetic please. Bright with good spring
I use Robert Simmons Titanium*.
Long handle Brights size, 4, 6, 8
Short handle Glaze ¾ “ & 1”
I will have them available to purchase – contact me for more information
Odorless mineral spirits and container with lid (stainless brush tin or shallow glass jar)– Gamsol or Opus Odorless Mineral Spirits.
Regular mineral spirits and turpentine are NOT PERMITTED. Please be aware that older painting boxes and mediums can have strong odor and are not permitted.. *** many older mediums and thinners contain toxic ingredients. These are NOT PERMITTED in class only odorless mineral spirits allowed. NO TURPINOID
2 water tubs for acrylics
Palette – a board is fine. I will have palette paper and tape. Clips to hold the paper. You will need a large mixing area min 12 X 16” you will be changing or cleaning your palette often.
Easel – floor is best (you will need table room) and 2 Drop sheets to protect the table and floor. You are responsible for keeping your area clean – NO PAINT ON THE FLOOR! Please be aware of your easels footprint – long splayed out legs are a danger and take up room, make sure its sturdy and will hold your surface vertical
Paper towels – one large roll at least
A good rubber glove for you cleaning hand. Vinyl is fine for your painting hand
*raw wood to be prepared with two coats of clear liquitex gesso sanded. Finished edges how you wish. Prepare min 2 days ahead.
* You will NOT get the same affects as myself working with acrylic. But I will help you along. Don’t forget you have to get your wet painting home ☺
Colour Shaper – little rubber thing that moves paint around – a nice tool to have.
Oil paint – KAMA OR GAMBLIN
Paint - my personal preferences after 25 years of painting. No tube greens or black allowed ☺
If you don’t like a colour don’t buy it!
Many colours have the same name and are the same… some aren’t. It’s a learning curve getting to know each brand
Colours in BOLD are large 150 ml tubes.
If purchasing other brands compare colours! Different brands have different colour and names. Colour charts are on the web. I don’t know them so can’t really help. I can help you mix what you have
*colours on my palette
Kama (Oil only) OR Gamblin (oil only)
Titanium white Titanium White
*Transparent yellow oxide Transparent earth yellow
*Transparent red oxide Transparent earth red
*Azo/hansa Lemon yellow Cadmium lemo *Ultramarine blue Ultramarine blue
*Azur Blue radiant blue
*Indian yellow Indian yellow
*Naples yellow light radiant yellow
*Violet grey radiant violet
*Besner Blue no 1 radiant turquoise
*Blue Grey
*Turquoise Light
cerulean blue hue
*Cyan Cobalt blue
Manganese hue (for winter) Manganese hue (for winter)
* Transparent Orange
*Quinacridone Red Quinacridone Red
http://www.kamapigment.com/index_en.html
Kama Oil sticks – Kama oil sticks are a hard stick of strong pigment used for calligraphy and scribbles. Other brands are soft and mushy. Pick a few to play with! My fav are Cyan, Cad orange light, Turquoise Cobalt Light, Azur blue. Cinnabar Green, Fluorescent Pink BUY WHAT YOU LIKE
Trying Oil for the first time and don’t want to invest in all the colours?
Bare bones list of colours:
Titanium white – large tube
Transparent yellow oxide
Transparent red oxide
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue hue
Naples yellow (kama brand)
Lemon yellow
Indian yellow
Quinacridone red or alizarin crimson
ACRYLIC PAINT – heavy body is preferred
Titanium white
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean Blue Hue
Transparent yellow oxide or Nickel Azo yellow
Lemon yellow (cad or Hansa)
Red light (Hansa or cad)
Cobalt Blue Hue
Indian yellow
Quinacridone red
Light Turquoise
Light violet
Cobalt teal
transparent red iron oxide or trans burnt sienna
light Phthalo turquoise
I like Acrylic Markers for calligraphy, acrylic ink markers or water soluble crayons can also be used
Air Brush Medium (thins like water – for drips and splatter)
Extender medium
DOWNLOAD THE SUPPLY LIST HERE
Painting workshop with Sheila Davis SCA OSA
Supply List for 2 day workshop:
1 Canvas (toned with colour wash and dry) or prepared * wood panels (do not tone with colour)30 X 30 min 36 X 36 max or 30 X 36 or 30 X 40,. – I work on a 36 X 36 i suggest canvas for acrylic.
Brushes – synthetic please. Bright with good spring
I use Robert Simmons Titanium*.
Long handle Brights size, 4, 6, 8
Short handle Glaze ¾ “ & 1”
I will have them available to purchase – contact me for more information
Odorless mineral spirits and container with lid (stainless brush tin or shallow glass jar)– Gamsol or Opus Odorless Mineral Spirits.
Regular mineral spirits and turpentine are NOT PERMITTED. Please be aware that older painting boxes and mediums can have strong odor and are not permitted.. *** many older mediums and thinners contain toxic ingredients. These are NOT PERMITTED in class only odorless mineral spirits allowed. NO TURPINOID
2 water tubs for acrylics
Palette – a board is fine. I will have palette paper and tape. Clips to hold the paper. You will need a large mixing area min 12 X 16” you will be changing or cleaning your palette often.
Easel – floor is best (you will need table room) and 2 Drop sheets to protect the table and floor. You are responsible for keeping your area clean – NO PAINT ON THE FLOOR! Please be aware of your easels footprint – long splayed out legs are a danger and take up room, make sure its sturdy and will hold your surface vertical
Paper towels – one large roll at least
A good rubber glove for you cleaning hand. Vinyl is fine for your painting hand
*raw wood to be prepared with two coats of clear liquitex gesso sanded. Finished edges how you wish. Prepare min 2 days ahead.
* You will NOT get the same affects as myself working with acrylic. But I will help you along. Don’t forget you have to get your wet painting home ☺
Colour Shaper – little rubber thing that moves paint around – a nice tool to have.
Oil paint – KAMA OR GAMBLIN
Paint - my personal preferences after 25 years of painting. No tube greens or black allowed ☺
If you don’t like a colour don’t buy it!
Many colours have the same name and are the same… some aren’t. It’s a learning curve getting to know each brand
Colours in BOLD are large 150 ml tubes.
If purchasing other brands compare colours! Different brands have different colour and names. Colour charts are on the web. I don’t know them so can’t really help. I can help you mix what you have
*colours on my palette
Kama (Oil only) OR Gamblin (oil only)
Titanium white Titanium White
*Transparent yellow oxide Transparent earth yellow
*Transparent red oxide Transparent earth red
*Azo/hansa Lemon yellow Cadmium lemo *Ultramarine blue Ultramarine blue
*Azur Blue radiant blue
*Indian yellow Indian yellow
*Naples yellow light radiant yellow
*Violet grey radiant violet
*Besner Blue no 1 radiant turquoise
*Blue Grey
*Turquoise Light
cerulean blue hue
*Cyan Cobalt blue
Manganese hue (for winter) Manganese hue (for winter)
* Transparent Orange
*Quinacridone Red Quinacridone Red
http://www.kamapigment.com/index_en.html
Kama Oil sticks – Kama oil sticks are a hard stick of strong pigment used for calligraphy and scribbles. Other brands are soft and mushy. Pick a few to play with! My fav are Cyan, Cad orange light, Turquoise Cobalt Light, Azur blue. Cinnabar Green, Fluorescent Pink BUY WHAT YOU LIKE
Trying Oil for the first time and don’t want to invest in all the colours?
Bare bones list of colours:
Titanium white – large tube
Transparent yellow oxide
Transparent red oxide
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean blue hue
Naples yellow (kama brand)
Lemon yellow
Indian yellow
Quinacridone red or alizarin crimson
ACRYLIC PAINT – heavy body is preferred
Titanium white
Ultramarine blue
Cerulean Blue Hue
Transparent yellow oxide or Nickel Azo yellow
Lemon yellow (cad or Hansa)
Red light (Hansa or cad)
Cobalt Blue Hue
Indian yellow
Quinacridone red
Light Turquoise
Light violet
Cobalt teal
transparent red iron oxide or trans burnt sienna
light Phthalo turquoise
I like Acrylic Markers for calligraphy, acrylic ink markers or water soluble crayons can also be used
Air Brush Medium (thins like water – for drips and splatter)
Extender medium
DOWNLOAD THE SUPPLY LIST HERE