Sunday, February 20, 2011

Painting with Johannes

As I have never had training or opportunity to take art classes, when I heard about a 12-week free webinar painting classes (2 hrs.in length, Sat and Sun afternoons) through Wet Canvas, I was determined to sign up.
11 x 14 WIP
Today was a demonstration painting and we were told we could paint along if we wanted. I got my pallet laid out with the colors the instructor suggested using, but found out at the last minute he was doing it in watercolor instead of oil. He also had sketched the larger shapes onto his support, and I hadn't had time today to view the reference photo he had emailed us.
Well, I decided I'd go for it anyway!....with my oils, as that is what I work with. I just painted along with him, filling in shapes in the general areas, and doing my best to keep up with him. This painting is not done yet of course, but it was a very fun exercise, and I feel I am learning alot about a whole new way to paint. I will post the painting when it is finished. I am so thankful for the opportunity to take part in these classes! Thanks to

8 comments:

  1. Thats really cool you found free classes to take, so fun.

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  2. Glad you enjoyed it..... can't wait to see the finished project!

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  3. How nice that you get to take the classes - very inspiring.

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  4. Thanks for taking the time to check out my blog Sunny! I also have been watching the webinar. I am finding it really informative. Kudos to you for painting along with Johannes! Your painting is coming along nicely and I hope to see the finished product!

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  5. Well, look at you go, girly! Very nice. I have to send my sis Mel from UpNorthWithMel over here. She would love that class.
    BlessYourSunnyHeart

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  6. Good on ya for hanging in with the webinar in spite of the surprises, Sunny!
    Love the looseness shown here in this piece. Looks like a good course to stick with.

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  7. Wonderful for the free classes and your work is just lovely! blessings,Kathleen

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  8. Looks great and sounds fun. I really like Wetcanvas, so much info there for artists. I heard about this workshop but I haven't been able to join yet.

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Thanks for your kind comments!