“Brushstrokes of Imagination: Creating Compelling Visual Tales” 3 Day Painting Workshop

Summary Of The 3 Day Painting Workshop:

Are you ready to reach beyond painting a simple still life or a pretty landscape to discover the magic of transforming ideas into captivating visual narratives? Throughout the 3-day immersive workshop, the methodology to bring imagination to life will be revealed to you.

Picasso said, “It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.”

As you prepare to embark on this artistic journey, envision transcending the confines of traditional painting, unlocking the enchanting realm where ideas evolve into captivating visual narratives.

Now that you have that in mind, here is a high-level breakdown of each day:

Before the Workshop: You’ll be given a single subject to paint 3 times in 3 different ways, resulting in 3 paintings of the same subject.

Day one: We’ll dive into design principles and discuss the various aspects of light and shadow this will lay a solid groundwork for your creative endeavors. In the afternoon, you’ll think outside of the box using unconventional exercises that will ignite your imagination.

Day two: You’ll be provided with guidance on where to seek inspiration and how to compile one or more images. Then sketch and start the foundation of your painting with acrylics.

Day three: You’ll bring your imagination to life with the mesmerizing world of oils.

Are you ready to paint your dreams into reality? Join us for a 3-day workshop to elevate your painting skills and create captivating narratives.

Who This Workshop Is For:

This immersive 3-day workshop is for you if you have:
• Some drawing or painting experience.
• A desire to transcend the boundaries of traditional painting techniques.
• A yearning to move beyond simple still lifes and landscapes in order to explore the art of transforming ideas into captivating visual narratives.

What You’ll Learn:

Workshop objectives are extensive and attainable in just 3 days but will ignite what you’ll spend a lifetime mastering:

1. Mastering Narrative Development. Participants will learn how to translate abstract ideas into coherent visual stories through their artwork.

2. Understanding Design Principles: Gain a comprehensive understanding of design fundamentals and composition techniques essential for effective visual storytelling.

3. Mastery of Light and Shadow: Learn to manipulate light sources to enhance the depth and realism of your artwork, creating compelling narratives that resonate with viewers.

4. Exploration of Acrylic Underpainting: Develop proficiency in the use of acrylic paints to create dynamic underpaintings, allowing for quick and efficient establishment of form and tone.

5. Embracing Creativity Through Exercises: Engage in innovative exercises designed to stimulate creativity and encourage participants to think outside the box.

6. Sourcing and Incorporating Imagery: Learn effective methods for sourcing and incorporating imagery to enrich storytelling within your paintings.

7. Speed and Efficiency in Painting: Develop techniques for painting quickly and efficiently, particularly during the acrylic underpainting stage, ensuring a strong foundation for subsequent layers.

8. Transitioning to Oils: Understand the process of transitioning from acrylic underpainting to oil painting, including techniques for blending, layering, and achieving desired effects.

9. Expressive Brushwork and Texture: Explore various brushwork techniques and mediums to infuse depth and emotion into your paintings.

10. Completion of a Narrative Painting: By the end of the workshop, you will complete a narrative painting that reflects your storytelling style.

Where And When

The first “Brushstrokes of Imagination: Creating Compelling Visual Tales” Workshop will be held in Stephanie’s studio in historic Lowe Mill, Studio 270, The Happy Place.

2211 Seminole Drive
Studio 270
Huntsville, AL 35801

DATE IS TBD - Join The Waitlist today to be the first to know!

How - Syllabus:

Pre-work:

Stephanie will assign each student a subject/scene to paint at least 3 times in 3 different ways before attending the workshop resulting in 3 paintings in total.

The subject/scene can be painted the same way or multiple ways - the artist’s choice. As an example: you may be assigned a leaf. Here are 3 studies of the same leaf:

The purpose: understand the subject thoroughly before you turn it into a story. Much of the art we see on Instagram and Facebook - while fabulous - is a simple subject that is more of a celebration of that subject. This is that exercise.

In the 3-day workshop, you’ll take the subject you’ve been assigned and expand on it to create a more interesting and unique visual story.

Day 1:

9-11 am: Review the principles of Composition, Elements of Design and various aspects of Light and Dark
11-12: Break
12-3 pm: Group Painting Exercise
3-4 pm: Review and discuss the exercise.

Day 2:

Day 3:

9-11 am: Finish the painting in Oils
11-12: Break
12-3 pm: Finish the painting in Oils.
3-4 pm: Review and discuss

Materials To Bring:

The price of this class is low because you are providing your supplies, if you find additional supplies are needed, I will have some available to purchase.

o An electronic device for sourcing images and referencing those images.
o Canvas/Panels (primed and ready for painting). I recommend Ampersand Gessobords for easy travel and easy to wipe off.
o 1 - 11x14” – this will be for the 1st day’s exercise
o 1 - 16x20” – this will be for the 2nd and 3rd day painting.
o Brushes – bring the brushes that you prefer. Bring those suited for Acrylics and a set for Oil.
o Brush Cleaner – odorless non-toxic mineral spirits
o Brush Cleaner container for spirits
o Paper towel
o Trash bags – for your paper towels

Acrylics:

o Naples Yellow or Yellow Ochre
o Ivory Black
o Titanium White
o Alizarin Crimson

Oils:

o Your favorite colors plus:
o Titanium white
o Cadmium Yellow Medium
o Yellow Ochre
o Alizarin Crimson
o Burnt Umber/Raw Umber
o Burnt Sienna/Transparent Red Iron Oxide
o Sap Green
o Cobalt Blue
o Ultramarine Blue
o Ivory Black

Mediums:

o Gamblin Galkyd or Galkyd Light or Galkyd Gel
o Gamblin Neo Megilp