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Y8 Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting

Acrylic painting is a fun, vibrant, and a fast-drying way to express yourself. Learn some basic drawing and painting techniques such as: composition, building up the volume of an object, rendering techniques, a variety of brush strokes, bringing a light source into your paintings, layering, introduction into color theory, and so much more! Practice these techniques by working with still life references, landscape paintings, and more. Whether you are just starting out or have never touched acrylic painting before, you will see notable improvements throughout this course, building confidence in your painting. Supplies will be provided.

Ages 9-12

Instructor: Jantzen Peake

Details

Class Dates:

January 27-February 17

Time:

4:15 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

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Duration:

4 sessions

Location

Bemis School of Art

818 Pelham Place

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Additional Info

Age:

Ages 9-12

Days:

Fridays

Notes:

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