Folk Painting with Alla
In this course learn the process of decorative painting on wood. Based on Russian culture and art different methods will be explored such as “Gzhel, Khokhloma, Zhostovo”. Learn painting stiles and colours mixing to create harmony in your art work. Have fun and discover wonderful world of Folk Art
Entry Requirements
none
Student Instructions
Some materials are provided. For the first lesson, please bring
- Good quality Taklon (nylon) fibre or natural (squirrel/ weasel) fibre brushes, sizes 14, 10, 6, 2 Round Head, one brush Flat Head sizes 14 or 16
- Acrylic
- A4 Pad for acrylic
- Sketch paper
- 1 sheet carbon paper
- Plastic cup for water
- Palette
- HB pencil, rubber and pencil sharpener
- Middle size wood chopping board or placemat
- Other materials you should purchase will be demonstrated on the first lesson
Topics
Learn the process of painting on wood, understanding colour mixing and materials. Start with simple techniques such as “Gzhel”, “Khokhloma”. Discover Folk painting opportunity while learning more complex techniques to achieve satisfying results painting on wood chopping board, spoon, box, “matryoshka” (Russian tradition toy), Easter egg, tray. At the end of the course produce artworks of your own design and style
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