February 23 - March 30, 2023
Understanding the Portrait w/Alexander Shanks
Wayne Art Center • 413 Maplewood Ave Wayne, PA 19087 Organized by Wayne Art Center
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About this event
Description
We're sorry, but this class is over. The last meeting was Thursday, March 30, 2023.
Understanding the Portrait with Alexander Shanks A six (6) session course 2/23/23 - 3/30/23 Tuition includes model fee.
Working from a live model, this class will give you a clearer understanding of the process required to create a strong portrait. Demonstrations will provide insight into necessary simplifications of complex problems. Students will learn to capture likeness and improve techniques.
Supply List:
- Palette (Preferably 16” x 20” wooden palette)
- 9”x12” cotton canvases. 16” x 20” is also acceptable. (Toned to a middle value grey with ‘Goldens’ acrylic N6 neutral gray tone)
- Oil paints (Preferably Windsor Newton Brand):
- Nitrile or vinyl gloves to protect your hands
- Viva paper towels or cotton rags
- Glass jar or Silicoil tank jar (for solvent)
- Mineral Spirits, Sunny side, Gamsol, or similar brand
- Bulldog clips (if needed to secure canvas or palette to surface)
- Brushes: Silver Brush Brand (Or other brands of varying size)
Prerequisites
2022-2023 Senior Membership
or 2022-2023 Adult Membership
or 2022-2023 Child Membership
or 2022-2023 Family Membership
or 2022-2023 Benefactor Membership
or 2022-2023 Friend Membership
or 2022-2023 Patron Membership
or 2022-2023 Sponsor Membership
or 2022-2023 Adult Membership
Instructor
Alexander Shanks
Age and Gender
Co-Ed