Abstract Painting

Abstract Painting

Workshops | This program is completed

585 Park Street Naples, FL 34102 United States

Studio 207

Intermediate-Advanced

2/14/2022-2/15/2022

9:00 AM-4:00 PM on Mon Tue

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$235.00

$200.00

Paint unique, abstract artworks in mixed media and acrylics. Learn the techniques to create underlying textures with underpainting and gesso, study of line, shape, color and composition. Acrylic paint, drawing materials or collage elements are welcome in this workshop. Work independently with guidance and plenty of encouragement.

  • Masks are required to be worn by all students, regardless of vaccination status.
  • Canvases:
  • At least 3 large canvases- no side smaller than 24” square or rectangle (suggested sizes 30 x 30, 24 x 36, no larger than 40 x 40)
  • 3-4 small canvases (9 x 12)
  • 1 pad of Strathmore Acrylic Paper (12 x 12)
  • Paints:
  • Please bring one neutral gray paint
  • You should have at least 3 cool primaries and 3 warm primaries, plenty of black and white.
  • Please do not use craft or Artist Loft brand. Use professional paint.
  • Mark Making Tools:
  • Pastels, charcoal, watercolor pencils (Stabilo Woody Pencils Marabu Art Crayons or similar)
  • Sketch book
  • Brushes:
  • A variety and several large brushes
  • One liner Brush Palette knife (2” wide or larger) or old credit card
  • 1 large round brush
  • 1 good wash brush 3”
  • Additional materials:
  • Gel gloss, matt medium or glue stick
  • Palette Paper…(6ML Poly Plastic from Home Store in construction materials department)
  • Paper Towels
  • Spray Bottle
  • Artist or Painters Tape
  • Scissors
  • Bring a bag lunch for break (lunch 1 hr)
Apperlo, Mila

A lifetime love of art has helped Mila develop her skills in both glass and paint mediums. For over thirty years, Mila has been creating stained glass windows and mosaics for private homes, businesses, and places of worship that enliven and adorn public and private buildings across the globe. Through classes in stained glass and mosaics, she hopes to pass her treasure trove of knowledge and skill on to willing students. As an abstract painter, Mila is inspired by textures, colors and sounds of the natural world. She has engaged in painting on canvas using a variety of techniques and media. Her compositions, mainly under the influence of abstract content of American school, radiate a special energy and optimism. Mila’s paintings have been exhibited and awarded both nationally and internationally. Currently she lives and works in Bonita Springs, Florida. For more info, please visit: www.apperloart.com