Methods, Materials and Tools

Methods, Materials and Tools
All Levels
Instructor: Milena Spasic
Thursdays, 2pm - 5pm, 1/16-3/20
10-weeks, In-person/ Room 3-A
$495
 
This important class will introduce students to the technical developments in painting and drawing from ancient to modern times.  The emphasis of the class, however, will be on the use of contemporary materials. 
 
Topics covered will include an overview of drawing materials and papers, both dry and wet media, as well as the materials and tools of painting. Students will learn to prepare different types of painting surfaces for their own use, about the different kinds of brushes and pallet knives, paint quality, how to read the label on a paint tube, the difference in and use of various drying oil mediums, different ways to build a painting, and more. Maintaining a safe and healthy studio practice will also be discussed. 
 
Who is this class for: This class is required for certificate students but is an important foundation of valuable information for all painting students.
 
Materials List - These are the materials you will need for this class.
Required textbook: The Painter’s Handbook by Mark David Gottsegen
Click here to view, download, or print the full supply list for this class.
 
Optional: Gesso Day is January 6TH. Join us at WSS between 2-6pm, to learn how to stretch and gesso your own canvases and prepare surfaces for the upcoming term! RSVP is required to attend.