Expressive Oil Painting 2.0
In this class, students will be introduced to Alison’s painting approach and methods. Content will include oil painting techniques, theory, and classical design approaches. Expressive concepts will be developed to move students into their own style and personal creative zone. Those students who have already studied with Alison will continue to move along this path.
About alison 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
Schedule
March 2, 9, 16 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Supply list
Oil Paint
If you already have oil paints, please bring them. If you don’t, any of the following options are recommended:
Gamblin Professional Grade Paints in Quinacridone Magenta, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cobalt Blue, Mars Black, Paynes Grey, and Titanium White.
Gamblin 1880 Student Grade Paints in Quinacridone Magenta, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cobalt Blue, Mars Black, Paynes Grey, and Titanium White.
Soho Urban Artist Oil Paint: Primary Magenta, Primary Cyan, Primary Yellow, Ivory Black & Neutral White (This Mixing Set is currently for sale on Amazon for $32.97)
Palette Knives
If you already have palette knives, please bring them. If you don’t, the following option is recommended:
A Liquitex Professional Freestyle Small Painting Knife No. 1 and a flexible medium or large scraper palette knife
Brushes
If you already have brushes, please bring them. If you don’t, the following option is recommended:
A wide filbert hog hair or red sable brush, a medium long flat hog hair or red sable brush, and a medium round hog hair or red sable brush
NOTE: The brushes listed above are basic, but all kinds of sizes and types are fun to have. If you want to get a set, go for a varied size filbert set.
Substrate
If you already have a gessoed substrate that is 12” x 16” or larger, please bring that. If you don’t, any of the following options are recommended:
A gessoed stretched canvas or canvas board, a pad of oil-painting paper, gessoed wood, gessoed mat board, or gessoed cardboard. (Please make sure the painting surface iw 12” x 16” or larger.)
Palettes
If you have a palette, please bring that. If you don’t have one, the following options are recommended;
A neutral gray paper palette pad, a roll of parchment baking paper or a roll of freezer paper.
Mediums
Please bring boiled linseed oil or walnut oil. (Do not bring mineral spirits or turpentine.)
Clean-up
Please bring ArmorAll Cleaning Wipes, a roll of paper towels, and vegetable oil for your brushes.
Good to Have
It is recommended that you bring surgeon’s disposable gloves, a carry bag for supplies, and a painting apron or smock.
NOTE: If you want to discuss your supplies with the instructor, you can call Alison at 208-290-8796.