This foundation course will introduce students to the important relationship between acrylic pigments and acrylic mediums and gels. Mediums and gels offer the artist a world of control in changing acrylic colours, extending paints, increasing drying time, building texture and altering surface finishes. The range of mediums explored will encompass GAC 100 (for diluting paint), Fluid Matt Medium, Soft and Regular Gels, as well as OPEN Gloss Medium (extends drying time of paint). This course will examine ways in which to start a painting, blending techniques, colour mixing, creating transparent and opaque effects as well as emulating the look of oil paint. Students will have a deeper understanding of the importance of using acrylic mediums to enhance the appearance of their paintings and with this critical information they will have the confidence to approach any basic painting class.
Fall 2020: 5 Weeks: Base Tuition: $264 + Materials Fee: $25 = Total: $289
In Fall 2020, this course will be offered in 2 Parts - each 5 weeks long. These courses can be taken as stand alone courses or Part 2 can be taken as a continuation of Part 1 to further explore the medium.
Notes: PLEASE NOTE: For FALL 2020, due to COVID 19, special policies and regulations will apply to all IN-PERSON courses at TSA. Students must be in agreement with these health and safety regulations and TSA policies in order to enrol. (As of Fall 2018: See course "Introduction for Acrylic Painting.")
For the FIRST CLASS please have:
1. SKETCH BOOK: Aquabee Superdeluxe 808 Sketchbook 9” x 12”.
Available at Toose Art Supplies. 229 College St. 416.348.079
(If purchasing another brand please make sure paper is at least 90 lb)
2. Pen or Pencil with which to take notes.
ALL OTHER MATERIALS WILL BE DISCUSSED IN THE FIRST CLASS