Clifton Forge School of the Arts

Tuition: $30 for single class or $125 for all 5 The Basics Sessions

Ages: 13 to Adult

These introductory classes are designed to provide a comprehensive overview of effective painting techniques across five sessions. Each class will cover topics such as composition, color theory, color mixing, brushstrokes and care, as well as specific features of landscapes (trees, mountains, sky, and water), still life (fruit, tables, lighting, fabric, and shading), and portrait elements (faces and simple body shapes).

You can enroll in all five classes or choose the ones that interest you most!

It is recommended that you bring your own acrylic paint, brushes, and acrylic or canvas paper--however, there will be select amount of paints, brushes, and paper provided by the instructor, if needed. If you plan to attend 3 or more classes you will need an acrylic or canvas paper pad.

The Basics of Painting 2: Color

This class is the second of five, focusing on color and color theory. We will explore the scientific aspects of colors and how they interact with each other. You will experiment with color mixing and learn the fundamentals of color building using the primary colors, along with black and white. Additionally, you will create a reference guide of all the new colors you develop. We will also discuss value and how to balance colors and values to create a stunning painting.