Special Offer
INTUITIVE ABSTRACT PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS
Description
Have you ever wanted to create your very own abstract artwork but didn’t know how to start?
Abstract art is all about letting go, trusting your intuition and allowing your inner expression to
come forth. This workshop is ideal for those who crave creativity, but may not have the space,
materials, knowledge or confidence needed to express themselves on the canvas.
In this full day workshop, you’ll be guided on how to use a wide range of materials and techniques
to create your very own abstract artwork that you can be proud of.
Course outcomes:
- An understanding of what materials and tools to use when creating abstract work
- How to approach each stage of your painting and build up layers
- Understanding composition, contrast and visual interest
- Develop confident mark-making
- Reviewing, editing and finishing touches
- PLUS - loads of fun and the opportunity to really let go and enjoy being in the creative
moment!
All paint is provided, you will need to bring your own canvas and acrylic brushes.
What you will learn
- Key techniques that abstract artists use
- A good understanding of various materials to paint with
- Improved confidence, inspiration and self-expression
What you will get
- An understanding of what materials and tools to use when creating an abstract art
- How to approach each stage of your painting and build up layers
- Understanding composition contrast and visual interest and develop confident mark making
Disabled access is available at the rear of YAVA, enter via Furmston Lane. Otherwise suggested parking locations are:
- Coles carpark (3 hours)
- Furmston Lane (all day parking)
- River St Carpark (all day parking, access via Green St)
- Taber Lane (all day parking)
- other street parking, just check the signs.
Find us from the main street, near the pedestrian crossing, up the stairs inbetween Country Smart and KG (see our balcony upstairs)
What to bring
- BYO stretched canvas and brushes. Minimum size 60x60cm (23x23 inches), no larger than 100x100 39x39 inches). Keep in mind that the larger the scale, the more expressive you can be.
What to wear
clothes and shoes you don't mind getting messy
Appropriate for
Open to everyone interested over the age of 18. People who have an interest in abstract painting but very little experience. Artists are welcome, however if they have experience in abstract, they may find this too basic.
Abstract artist and Reiki Master Jo Carroll, previously had a successful career in advertising, and only became serious about painting in late 2016. Jo’s desire to become an artist is one of her earliest childhood memories. Despite being discouraged rather than encouraged, she finally gave into this powerful urge when she became attuned to Reiki (a Japanese relaxation technique based on the notion that an unseen life force energy flows through us) and her creative energy came bursting forth in a way she’d never experienced before.
www.jocarroll.com.au instagram @jotcarroll
YAVA Gallery & Arts Hub is a contemporary creative space in the middle of Healesville. It’s about ‘the Arts’, excellence, inspiration & learning.
YAVA Gallery & Arts Hub has an average rating of 4.9 for their other classes.
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If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A refund can be requested 2 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$5.00 applies.
- A transfer can be requested 2 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 2 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
YAVA workshops are offered by YAVA in partnership with the Workshop facilitator.
Workshop payment is generally required at time of booking . For payment over time options please enquire through workshops@yava.org.au.
Useful Info:
Disabled access is available at the rear of YAVA, enter via Furmston Lane. Otherwise suggested parking locations are:
- Shopping Centre carpark (3 hours)
- Furmston Lane (all day parking)
- River St Carpark (all day parking, access via Green St)
- Taber Lane (all day parking)
- other street parking, just check the signs.
Find us from the main street, near the pedestrian crossing, up the stairs in between Country Smart and KG (see our balcony upstairs)