Expressive Brushwork <br/>(Feb. 2025)

Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24, Monday Nights at B.Marie's Atelier & Gallery.

Do you want to loosen up and achieve an expressive quality in your paintings? It can be trickier than it looks. In this class, we will begin with monochromatic sketches in paint so you can focus on brush control and expressive mark-making. 

Some brushwork that appears loose and fast is actually created in a way that is deliberate and thoughtful. We'll make each brushstroke count! We will also discuss strategies to prepare your palette and focus on developing general shapes, values, and colors. 

Meets: Monday Nights, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dates: Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24
Location: B.Marie's Atelier & Gallery located in the Brings' Historic Building
236 S. Scott Ave., Suite 300, Tucson, Arizona 85705

Instructor: Lisa Larrabee
Format: Lecture & demonstration, studio practice with individual feedback or one-on-one instruction.
Level: Beginner to intermediate. All levels are welcome!

Medium: Oil paint (primary for demo), acrylic, or water-based oils are all welcome!
Technique: Expressive brushwork, working from general to specific
Materials:  The instructor will email the materials list before the first day of class. Note that all painters must use drop cloths over tabletops. Oil painters must use Gamsol or odorless mineral spirits at all times & dispose of their rags in the red can marked for safe disposal of solvent-soaked materials.

Tuition: $160
Status: Enroll by Feb. 3, 2025, to reserve your seat!
Capacity: min. 3 seats, max. 8 seats
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