You might admire magnificent painters from days long gone, or be inspired by contemporary creators of modern times. This progressive course is especially designed by Tutor Jo to walk you through the basic start up stages and must-know components of producing amazing paintings using easy to work with, acrylic paint. This course is perfect for absolute beginners wanting to learn something new, as well as for those with a desire to pick up their brushes from a painting past. Within each easy-to-grasp class session you will be guided step-by-step through a variety of painting approaches to enhance your knowledge and personal skills. Each class session will progressively build on your learning and will enhance your painting confidence. Throughout this course, class topics will include: colour comprehension (paint colours and mixing), brushwork techniques, form and dimension, shadow and highlights, creative composition, working from photo references and still life arrangements, proportion and perspective elements as well as imagination and personal expression. Upon course completion, you will have gained essential painting know-how, introducing you to a world of unlimited painting possibilities. Come along to Jo‘s MCC Art Studio. Always ready and eager to share her professional knowledge and inspiring creative passion.

Classes are organised into 4 terms each year, with speciality workshops running throughout the year.

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Agenda

During class sessions, participants will be introduced to the building blocks of painting.


* Basic Colour Knowledge
* Essential Colour Mixing
* Brushwork Techniques and Applications
* Creative Paint Effects and Approaches
* Understanding Form, Solidity and Dimension
* Shadow and Highlights
* Structure, Design and Composition
* Proportional Elements
* Perspective Elements
* Reference Guides (Photographs and Still Life)
* Imagination and Creative Expression


Tutor Profile/Personal Introduction:
I‘m sure I must have been born with a pencil in my hand. I was told I could draw before I could walk or talk! My desire to draw, paint and design instinctively grew as I did. I followed my passion and formally studied Fine Arts, Commercial Art, Illustration, and Graphic Design. Happy days being a free spirited, quaintly eccentric art student! My progression into creative make-up came about with a love for make-up itself, my freaky fascination for Horror/Sci-Fi movies and admiration for the Theatre. My artistic learning continued, I studied Professional Make-up. With art tools in one hand and make-up tools in the other, I focused on freelance Illustration and Design, and Creative Make-up for Weddings, Fashion Shows, and Theatre Productions. Communication, mind and behaviour always had me captivated, and becoming a proud mum inspired me to hit the books again. I went on to study Psychology.

Teaching entered my world initially designing and conducting psych-infused art programs. Teaching took hold of my heart and I was pleasantly steered into tutoring college classes to share my knowledge and much loved skills. My studio structured classes are all about learning new skills and techniques, and also about the important process of discovering and developing individual abilities with freedom and guidance. I value and place emphasis on my class environment being relaxed and comfortable to make learning thoroughly enjoyable. All classes are composed to be super easy to follow and understand. Participants of all ages present their creative and expressive uniqueness, and are always friendly and enthusiastic. They even (kindly) laugh at my bad jokes! For me, teaching is a true pleasure. Jo.


*Course/Workshop Enquiries: Reach Jo via MCC or by email at: retroraspberrystudios@hotmail.com (emails answered promptly)

Materials

Bring lunch (tea/coffee supplied).

PLEASE NOTE: First class will require you to bring along your paints and all equipment. Bring along only 2 canvas boards for use in each class session (one to work on and one as spare). Any concerns, please feel free to contact Jo on her email listed above or via MCC.

PAINTING EQUIPMENT:

* An A3 Cartridge Drawing Pad or similar.
* Some A4 inexpensive white photocopy paper (approx. 10 sheets).
* A 2B or 3B lead pencil.
* An eraser, sharpener and ruler.
* Acrylic Paint: Bring along your basic red, blue, yellow, black and white (these are essential for colour learning). Bring along any additional colours of choice also. No special brand required. Acrylic Paints can be found in art supply stores, department stores and inexpensive bargain shops.
* Canvas Boards: Any type. These can be found in art supply stores, department stores and inexpensive bargain shops. Approx. size 30x40cm or 40x50cm. Have on hand 5 or 6 to be used throughout the course.
* A variety of brushes. Choose soft bristled brushes. Synthetic brushes are great. Some large, medium and small.
* A couple of large plastic paint palettes or even some white plastic plates (must be white), or a disposable palette pad. Lots of room/space for mixing colours.
* 2 cups or jars for water.
* Some paper towel.
* A small hand towel.
* An apron if desired.

Included as part of Jo‘s Courses and Workshops participants will receive:
* Essential notes and information/picture sheets to keep for future use.
* Issued with photo references and creative items used for in-class activities (where needed).
* Provided with a drawing/painting easel used during class (where needed).
* Be given individual one-on-one guidance and constructive feedback throughout class.
* Help is not over when class is over! Jo will be available for further help or assistance at any time after course/workshop is completed. Contact details will be available to participants at their discretion.

Comments from previous students of this class

Jo was lovely, very patient, knowledgeable and helpful. J