Abstract Flowers

abstract flowers
with sissy alsabrook

Prerequisite for this class is Intro to Abstract.

A famous artist was asked why she only painted flowers and she replied because that is where the color is. Our goal is to capture the essence of a flower while pushing composition and color.

In this follow-up class on abstracted flowers, we will expand on the skills and tricks from Class 1. If you did not take Class 1—don't worry. We will bring you up and expand your new skills at bringing flowers to life.

The endless variety of color and shape is what has deeply informed my own paintings.

In five weeks, we will explore:

forming a dynamic composition
building up layers
creating a rich painting with depth
color mixing
mark making

You will leave this class with confidence in to make your own beautiful paintings. With your new skills, you will be able to find your voice.

Supply List:

$10 dollar donation is requested for fresh flowers on week 3; payable to the instructor
(2) 12x12 canvases
(2-4) canvases—16X20, 24x36 or 36 inch square max
Paint: warm and cool tones of red, blue and yellow plus black and white (I suggest cad red light and primary magenta, ultramarine and cerulean blue, yellow green and permanent green, yellow ochre and cad yellow medium...you can also get Nova Color's "Betty's Bundle" with 15 colors at a great price)
anything you have at home that you'd like to bring
a small bottle of Liquitex black gesso and white gesso would be helpful
Acrylic medium, any brand
Marking tools like pencils, crayons, pastels, charcoal, Neocolor II, Stabilo Woodies, Artgraf, or Stabilo black pencils.

Class Info:

Next session: September 7 - October 5
Cost $199 (5 classes)
THU AM, 10:30am-1:30pm
Max 10 students
For intermediate & advanced skill levels
Age level: adult (18 & up)

Proficient artists who have taken this class may want to investigate our Mentorship Program.

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About the instructor

Sissy Alsabrook

Sissy has been a student of painting for many decades after being a successful business woman.

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