Course Code: SCWFS1224
Tutor: Georgie Hill
When: Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm
Dates: 18 / 19 May 2024
Duration: 2 days
Maximum Enrolment: 10
Cost: $225
"One must paint with the outer eye and inner eye, backward and forward, inside out and upside down, sideways, as a metaphysical aeroplane might go”. Eileen Agar.
This workshop will explore the vibrant medium of contemporary watercolour. We will investigate ways to create dynamic compositions through the use of line, colour, texture and form, building rhythm and balance. Learn to harness both the potential for glowing delicacy and the deep expressive power of this fascinating medium.
We will look at artists who have worked with watercolour to great effect and discuss art historical references to highlight concepts and techniques, then experiment with similar painting techniques and approaches. Technical demonstrations and one-to-one feedback and guidance will be given. We will also explore collage techniques as a tool to stimulate visual ideas, allowing the freedom to cut and juxtapose imagery to build compositions.
The workshop is suitable for beginners to watercolour painting and for those who wish to experiment and work further with the medium.
Fluidity & Structure with Georgie Hill
A basic kit of materials to get you up and going is listed here. Specialist art shops are the best option
and will provide student discounts if you mention that you are attending the school.
The stores we recommend are:
· Studio Art Supplies: Crummer Road, Grey Lynn.
· The French Art Shop: Taylors Road, Morningside (beside Briscoes)
· Gordon Harris: Gillies Avenue, Newmarket and Symonds Street, Auckland Central
· Takapuna Art Supplies: Helensville or online
Materials to bring:
• Watercolour pad A4 - recommended: Fabriano 1264 W/Colour 300G A4 Top Spiral Pad (available at Gordon Harris and Studio Art Supplies).
• Watercolour block - recommended: Hahnemühle Hahn Harmony W/C 300G block A3
• Watercolour brushes of your choice: at least 2 different size brushes eg a small size 'round' brush and a 'mop' or 'flat' brush for washes - recommended: Da Vinci Casaneo watercolour brushes are synthetic fi-bre brushes that have great fluid-holding capacity but are less expensive than natural hair brushes. The Da Vinci Cosmotop spin range is also good. (The Gordon Harris website has information on these types as well as natural hair watercolour brushes).
• Your tutor will bring in some brushes to demonstrate the different varieties available.
• Painter’s tape: delicate (purple coloured tape).
• Paper towels
• Watercolours of your choice: recommended to bring a set with a range of colours from tubes or blocks (pans). The 3 primary colours are a good start and you can buy more as the course progresses. Both tube colours and pans are good (it comes down to personal preference).
This list is a general guide only. The majority (not necessarily all) of these materials may be used as students progress.
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Standard Booking
Available until Sat 18 May 10am
Online payment includes payment fee of 2.9% + NZ$0.30. Offline payment details on confirmation page.
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NZ$225.00 | |
Standard Booking + $10.00 BSA Student Fund - Donation
Available until Sat 18 May 10am
A $10 donation will go to our BSA Student Fund - helping those who are unwaged or under financial hardship (with a Community Services Card) to attend our courses.
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NZ$235.00 |
Browne School of Art
194 Great North Road
Grey Lynn
Auckland
1021