Summer Pre-College Core Studio Concepts - Painting

An introductory experience in painting begins with methods of underpainting and various approaches to paint handling. The work is from direct observation, but also encourages individual imagination and self-expression. Students are introduced to various wash techniques, painting surfaces and textural manipulations. Assignments seek to promote understanding of the use of color, the importance of composition and the means to represent volume. Working primarily with acrylic, projects focus is on indoor still-life displays and the external environment. Core Studio Concepts gives students a chance to take two classes. Carefully constructed courses address two- and three-dimensional issues of composition, form, design, mark-making and color. These non-credit courses are for beginning to intermediate ability level. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Need based scholarships are available.