An inspiring must-do workshop if you are seeking to add some ‘wow factor‘ into your art creations. Knowing the secrets of incorporating key elements of perspective and dimension will enable you to bring your artwork to life, like never before. Perspective relates to the way we see angles - think about the receding lines of a train track for example, and the visual distance this creates. Dimension relates to objects having depth - think about the solid shape of a ball compared to a simple flat circle. This workshop‘s focus is to give you a thorough understanding of how perspective and dimension play a truly vital role in dynamic and striking artworks of many kinds and how to master these effects yourself. Jo will guide you through, giving you a clear vision of the workings of perspective and dimensional components. And believe it or not, there is no tricky measuring or maths wizardry required! Everyday objects will be explored and drawn with believable, realistic dimension, scenes created with enhanced foreground and distance, and buildings executed with accurate angles and structure. Come along to this wow factor workshop and pick up lots of all-important perspective and dimensional artistic techniques.
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Classes are organised into 4 terms each year, with speciality workshops running throughout the year.

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Agenda

* Colour Knowledge
* Paint Mixing Guidelines
* Brushwork Skills
* Application Techniques
* Paint Effects
* Incorporating Depth and Dimension
* Capturing Shadows and Highlights
* Composition and Design Ideas
* Painting Styles
* Seascape Elements in Focus

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

Do not purchase equipment until you confirm that the course is running.

Please bring:
* Acrylic Paints - any type. These can be found in art supply stores, department stores and thrifty bargain shops. Bring along your basic Red, Blue, Yellow, Black and White - these are a must, as well as any other colours you may choose to bring along.
* Brushes - a variety of different sizes and shapes, including 1 or 2 extra-large brushes useful for creating broad stroke backgrounds. Choose soft bristle brushes. Synthetic brushes are ideal.
* A couple of palette knives. Used for creative effects.
* Canvas Boards - any type. Also widely available and can even be found in thrifty bargain shops. Bring AT LEAST 4, varying sizes approx. 30x40cm or 40x50cm.
* Drawing Paper Pad - any type. Simply to be used for colour work and practice. A3 size preferred.
* A Lead Pencil, Eraser, Sharpener and Ruler.
* Paint Palettes - a couple of large ones or even some white plates (must be white), or a disposable palette pad. Lots of room / space for mixing colours.
* 2 large cups or jars for water.
* Some kitchen paper towel.
* A small hand towel for water spills and clean-up.
* An apron if desired.
* You may of course bring along some photos / images of seascapes to use as reference.
* Additional creative items and reference guides will also be supplied by Jo.

Included as part of Jo‘s Courses/Workshops, participants will receive:
*Essential notes and information/picture sheets to keep for future use.
* Photo references and creative items used for in-class activities (where needed).
*A drawing/painting easel used during class (where needed).
*Individual one-on-one guidance and constructive feedback throughout class.
*And, 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

I really enjoyed the class and learnt alot B