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 3: Landscape Bases

This is the third of five classes, where we will focus on landscape features such as the sky, water, mountains, and trees. We will cover how to create perspective, three-dimensional forms, and depth in your artwork. By the end of this class, you will gain the tools necessary to paint a beautiful and realistic scene that incorporates the illusion of depth.