Mary Ann Beckwith - Workshop Schedule

"The Brush and Beyond"

A Workshop in Experimental Watermedia Techniques

The "Brush and Beyond" Workshop will be an art altering experience! The energy filled days will explore creative methods of watermedia application, including texturing and the building of layers of paint. Participants will be exposed to new techniques and materials that will allow them to better express their visions and ideas through their paintings. The methods taught and materials utilized will be suitable for both representational and abstract imagery. Demonstrations and discussions will encompass and focus on composition and design, how to recharge your work, sources of inspiration and the business of being an artist. Each day will include plenty of time for painting and optional critiques.

The heart of the workshop will be to develop a strong sense of style in water media and mixed media while emphasizing the creative approach to making images. New tools will be constructed from commonly found elements and materials. For example, through exposure to the various, new materials and techniques each workshop attendee will find themselves better expressing their individual ideas and visions in their work. Demonstrations and discussions will include exploring mixed media, approaching the subject with a fresh eye toward composition and design.

Finally, throughout the workshop the business of being an artist, including setting goals and priorities will be discussed. Each participant will discover how to become "inspired" and how to network as an artist.

Each day’s schedule will allow for plenty of painting time. This workshop promises to be lively, energetic and best of all fun filled!

A Workshop in Experimental Watermedia and Collage Techniques

A Workshop Watermedia & Collage Workshop

The “Brush and Beyond” Workshop will be an art altering experience! The energy filled days will explore creative methods of watermedia application, including the building layers, texturing and collage. Participants will be exposed to new techniques and materials that will allow them to better express their visions and ideas through their paintings and collages. The methods taught and materials utilized will be suitable for both representational and abstract imagery. Demonstrations and discussions will encompass and focus on composition and design, how to recharge your work, sources of inspiration and the business of being an artist. Each day will include plenty of time for painting and optional critiques.

The heart of the workshop will be to develop a strong sense of style in water media and watermedia collage while emphasizing the creative approach to making images. Through exposure to the various, new materials and techniques each workshop attendee will find themselves better expressing their individual ideas and visions in their work. Demonstrations and discussions will include exploring mixed media, approaching the subject with a fresh eye toward composition and design.

Finally, throughout the workshop the business of being an artist, including setting goals and priorities will be discussed. Each participant will discover how to become “inspired” and how to network as an artist.

Each day’s schedule will allow for plenty of painting time. Artists should bring several slides of their work. This workshop promises to be lively, energetic and best of all fun filled!

Supply List

PIGMENT

Watercolors - Your standard watercolor palette, acrylics, or inks may also be used. We will use mixed media. Bring what you have. We'll use those old materials lying around your studio. Don’t worry about buying new. 1 tube of each of your favorite primary watercolors, 1 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue, 1 white.

BRUSHES

Your standard brushes, please include:

• 1" or 2" Wash brushes (Hake brushes are fine)
• 10 or #12 round brush
• 1 –3 inch small roller, foam or “fuzzy”

PAPER

• 140# watercolor paper (6-8 pieces, your choice) if you have not used hot press paper. This is a good time to try it (4 pieces).
• 4-6 Sheets of Yupo paper (available through Cheap Joe)
• 2 or more old failed paintings (if you have any)

Miscellaneous

• Sketchbook
• 4-5 white foam disposable plates (dinner size rectangle, divided is best…I will be giving samples of pigment)
• 4-6 small pump spray bottles (sample hair spray or cosmetic, spray is what is important)
• Tape - masking or white artist tape, various widths
• Kleenex, paper towels or rags (your preference)
• Watercolor pencils (if you have them)
• Water containers
• White glue (Elmer’s or a white archival (PVA) glue)
• Board to work upon
• Exacto knife/scissors
• Pink Pearl eraser
• 1 or 2 Magazines or photos for inspiration and small studies

Any "studio junk (treasures)" that you would like to incorporate into your work or collages (I will help you how to incorporate them into your collage work) this is also a good time to try all those things that you have and don't know how to use. Or it is a good time to get those things that you want to own.

PLEASE WEAR OLD CLOTHES.... BE COMFORTABLE.... DON’T WORRY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ALL SUPPLIES.... WE CAN SHARE.

I will be bringing Doak paints for those who want to sample. A $10.00 fee will be asked to cover expenses.