Mid-Century Masters
"Bay Area figurative movement"

Prerequisite for this more advanced class is Intro to Abstract.
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Mid-Century Masters explores new abstract expressionist themes, styles, and artists each session. This session is about the Bay Area Figurtive movement and artists like Nathan Oliveira.
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During the 1950s, a few painters in the San Francisco Bay Area shifted from the prevailing style of Abstract Expressionism in favor of a return to figurative painting. They created what would come to be known as "Bay Area Figurative Art."

In this class, students will learn about:

• The artists from this movement as inspiration for the class: David Park, Richard Diebenkorn, Elmer Bischoff, and few more surprises!
• Each artists' unique style and how to paint figures with a more abstract composition—bridge the gap between abstract and objective art!​ ​

Supply List:

• various acrylic colors
• various brushes
• quality paper towels like Viva or Blue Shop
• all your paint stash goodies and supplies
• various found papers or materials to collage with
• 1-2 medium sized canvases, wool panels or mixed media paper

Class Info:

• Next session: May 24 - June 14
• Cost $165 (4 classes)
• WED 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

Shirin Nikoukari

I started painting when I was young. I moved to the United States in my 20's and mix my Persian culture with my abstract inspirations. The pomegranate is a sacred symbol for me and often shows in my work as well as Persian Calligraphy. As I have evolved, my work has become more abstract.​

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