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Explore and appreciate the characteristics, versatility and techniques of water-soluble and opaque paints!  In this course, make your first strokes by carrying out experiments on how to reactivate paints when dry.  Learn basic brushstrokes styles and how to apply colors in various technical ways to create textures. No previous knowledge is necessary! This step-by-step class teaches you how to identify geometric figures in plants, animals and objects all the way to creating a composition. Discover how knowing this painting style can produce so many versatile, sometimes unexpected appearances on paper!
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This theme-based and structured art course is divided into 5 modules. One module has 10 sessions running for 60 minutes each. We have classes for teens, adults and kids not younger than 8 years old.  

Key ideas to learn

Developing Craft
  • Understand the characteristics, versatility and techniques of gouache paint
  • Find the perfect balance of paint and water while maintaining  the opacity of the colors
  • Discover the qualities of blocking, layering, scumbling and blending
  • Paint bright colors over dark tones and toned grounds
  • Mix tints and shades, and build color reference (chart)
  • Apply dark, mid and light tones to create depth
  • Appreciate the artistic quality of color harmonies
  • Draw different qualities of lines, shapes and patterns using brush
  • Sketch contour lines and painting right away
  • Work with different brushstrokes styles including pressure, speed and directions
  • Make illustrations using flat bold color with soft washes and glazes
  • Develop the skill to observe and apply varying lines, angles, sizes, tones and proportions
  • Practice systems of measuring to produce accurate outlines, shapes and proportions
  • Explore illustrations such as flora and fauna, still life and land-forms
Studio Habits
  • Proper handling and purposeful use of art materials
  • Express work that conveys personal meaning
  • Create works that demonstrates careful planning and creative thinking
  • Demonstrate positive attitude during challenges
  • Apply problem-solving when making “errors”
  • Recognize parts that needs improvement
  • Reflect and describe how the work is done

Modules

Gouache Painting Module 1:
Botanical Part 1 (Buds and Florets)

Gouache Painting Module 2:
Botanical Part 2 (Flora and Fauna)

Module 3 to 5 Coming Soon!

Schedule

Gouache Painting Module 2:
​Botanical Part 2 (Flora and Fauna)

Friday (For 8 to 12 years old)
3:40 to 4:40
Class starts December 4, 2020

Saturday (For 8 to 12 years old)
1:00 to 2:00
Class starts December 5, 2020

Saturday (For 12 years old and up)
4:00 to 5:00
Class starts December 5, 2020

Program Fee

1 Module P6,500.00
One module has 10 sessions.
1 session runs for 1 hour.
Pay thru direct bank deposit or online bank transfer.
Materials list with specifications will be emailed upon registration.

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