Beginner and Back To Basics Painting

Instructor:  Mary Ann Browning Ford

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. September 3, 10,17, 24  • $100 for members  $150 for non-members

(for all four classes)

This set of classes is designed to reinforce learning and relearning some of the underlying theories that are a part of all paintings. Classes will include a lecture on the topic of the week, painting time to practice the topic discussed, and class discussion.

First Class: the color wheel; define hues and values; determining light source; warm and cool colors; mixing believable colors.

Second Class: Painting Techniques: uses of brushes, paints, and mediums. Determining depth.

Third Class: Composition: establishing a focus and eliminating excess detail. Do’s and don’t’s in working from photos.

Fourth Class: Painting what you have learned to fine tune skills. Determining what painting subjects you are most intimately connected with.

About the Instructor: Mary Ann Browning Ford – member of National Association of Women Artists; Designer/ Scenic Artist for USCB; and a professional muralist.