Teaching Artist: Anne Gannon

A successful painting depends on good composition, proper perspective, tonal value, and the blending of colors. In this class students learn about these aspects, which are part of the creative process for all mediums. This class is for students with some experience in painting or drawing with oils, acrylics or pastels. Using a photo as the image source, the instructor will do a demo beginning with thumbnail sketches and then show how to choose from different elements in order to simplify the composition. These steps are followed by blocking in shapes and shadows with a grisaille (aka underpainting) and finishing with color. Students can follow along with the instructor or work from their own reference source: a still life setup, a photo, or an iPad. At the end of each class everyone participates in a positive critique - a chance to see their work through other's eyes and reflect on their journey as an artist. All levels (with some experience).

Here is a link for details regarding AOY Terms & Conditions. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.