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  • Abstract Painting - All Levels - ONLINE
    THIS IS AN ONLINE CLASS THROUGH ZOOM.

    Study Abstract Painting Online through the Visual Arts Center (VAC) with Beverly Yankwitt. Students are encouraged to develop their own style of painting. Work on your own designs with a focus on composition and design principles using acrylics and watercolor. this class accommodates all levels of experience. Contemporary and more difficult approaches to abstract art will be featured.

    Supplies: 
    • Acrylic paints (liquid acrylic if you have them, if not tube acrylics are fine), don't forget black and white paint. Gesso is recommended for white. 
    • Matte medium 
    • 1.5" brush, a smaller flat or round brush for details, a catalyst wedge (if you don't have one you can use a credit card or a small bowl scraper), a medium sized palette knife.
    •  Two full sheets 22x30 of watercolor paper 140lb. (100% rag like arches or Fabriano (this can be purchased in the VAC supply store). 
    • Black permanent markers in different sizes (thick lines, thin lines) such as Pitt pens, Posca pens, gel pens, sharpies.
    • Black water-soluble markers in different sizes such as Art Graf, water-soluble crayons, watercolor pencils. 
    • A color wheel
    • Stencils that are abstract in design, not a realistic shape. If you don't have your own stencils, the instructor will share hers.
    • Spray bottle with water and water container.
    • Paper towels 
    • Paper palette, you can use wax paper or freezer paper as a substitute.
    • A table cover such as a plastic tablecloth or shower curtain from the dollar store. 
    • Painter's tape 1" wide
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The Visual Arts Center serves Charlotte County, and beyond, with three major galleries, 6 classrooms, jewelry, glass, pottery & fiber studios, Gift Shop, Art Supply Store, and VAC logo items. Our 12,000 square foot facility provides the best art classes, instructors and exhibit opportunities for the community. Our courses are designed for all ages and skill levels, and we offer classes and workshops in a variety of arts media throughout the year.