Rosemary Buczek - Painting the Acanthus in a Lush
In this class we will discuss drawing and designing with the Acanthus leaf. The use of the classic compound curve is critical in understanding the structure of the leaf as well as the vine. We will study a border that is prepared ahead of time for each student and how to paint it successfully using a limited palette. Focus on light and shades and how to reflect these elements successfully will be our goal! This class will be a complement to Rosalee Andersons class on gilding techniques. It is not necessary to take both classes but these two classes will complement one another. The Acanthus border will be drawn as a border for a document or an award.
Class Supplies:
Pencil and eraser
Ruler
Ruling Pen
Pointed Pen
Pointed round brush size 1 (Raphael Kolinsky or similar)
Round brush size 2 or 3 if possible
Round brush size 0 (Winsor Newton Series 7 or similar)
Small bottle of water with dropper
Mat board 14 x 14 to carry work home
Pigments: gouache or watercolor (I prefer Winsor Newton) in Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Yellow, Prussian Blue, Windsor Blue red shade, Titanium White or Permanent White
Water container
A few paper towels
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