Abstract Painting
Abstract painting highlights elements of art and design instead of depicting recognizable objects or scenes. Essentially, this painting course aims to equip students with the tools and understanding to create abstract art that communicates ideas and emotions, rather than emphasizing realistic depiction.
TANTALIZING THE VIEWER
Week One: Pattern: exploring repetition and arrangement of elements to create visual rhythm.
Week Two: Space: exploring the expressive potential of different types of visual variety and depth.
Week Three: Depth and mood: Exploring three-dimensional aspects and how they can be represented abstractly.
About barrows-young
Alison Barrows-Young's passion for art is imprinted on her DNA. With generations of artists in her family, it is no wonder why Alison has always followed her heart to create. Her parents encouraged her at a young age to pursue her art, beginning when she was just a child.
Alison holds a bachelor’s in fine arts from Antioch/SVA and a master’s in fine arts from Florida State University. She also has a master’s in education from Concordia University in Portland Oregon. Throughout her life, Alison has divided her career between teaching and professional studio art. She has taught art practice for over 30 years and is particularly fond of teaching art theory along with visual expression.
Link to Alison’s Website: www.barrowsyoung.com
addition Supply list for students who have completed their first abstract class with alison:
Additional Gouache Paint as needed.
An acrylic extender liquid or gel, or Cascade Liquid Dish Washer Rinse (not dish washer soap)
One 18’ x 18’ canvas
Japanese bamboo brushes (large, medium, small)
A wider flat paintbrush (doesn’t need to be fancy)
Sticks or any interesting mark making or texture making items including Sharpie pens, liquid ink, or watercolor pencils
A liner brush
A pallet knife
OPTIONAL:
Fixatif Workable Spray or Cold Wax Medium
Wider masking tape
Small containers like Dixie Cups or yogurt containers.
Liquid mask
Stencils (just patterns)
Gesso
Sponge brushes (used to paint walls)
Larger and heavier 300 lb. cold press sheet(s) of paper
Tissue paper
Collage type paper
Cotton rags
Schedule
July 29 August 5, 12, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Supply list for students taking their first abstract class with alison:
HIMI 18 Color 12 ml Gouache Paint Tube Set or similar. (a basic artist-grade, eight-color set will be okay)
Canson XL Watercolour 300gsm A3 Paper, Cold Pressed, Spiral Pad Short Side, 30 White Sheets or your own paper of similar size and weight
Transon Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 or your own set; (2 sizes of flats, 3 sizes of rounds, a filbert, and a liner)
1/2" Width masking tape
Fine Mist Spray Bottle
Mr. Pen- Airtight Watercolor Palette with Lid or any flat white plastic or ceramic surface
Artist Brush Basins Painting Brushes Bucket with Brush Holder, Wash Tanks, and Painting Water Pots or two plastic containers for water
Wet Wipes, Paper Towels or Cotton Rags
20 Assorted Colors Cardstock Paper 8.5" x 11
Scissors
KINGART Premium Precision 2120-1/4 RAKE Series Artist Brush (optional)