Summer Painting Classes
taught by artist/author Patti Mollica
July, 2014. 5 Thursdays from 10 AM - 1 PM
Let's get the paint flowing on Thursday mornings
Sometimes we need a little structure...
to get the brushes out, the paints flowing - and show that bright white blank canvas who's
boss. Taking a weekly painting class is often the best way to ensure that you will set
aside time in your hectic schedule indulge in a few hours of pure creativity.
All levels are welcome...
To come make art. I offer plenty of innovative, targeted exercises to help each artist
progress towards their specific goals, even if those goals are just to "get started
painting". Small class size will ensure plenty of guidance and personal instruction.
We will cover...
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simplifying detail
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mixing colors
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composition
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color harmony
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seeing values
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translating values to color
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mixing colorful greys
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economy of stroke
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brushwork
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edges...and more
The focus will be a colorful, bold approach to painting. Artists can work in oils, acrylics,
pastel or watercolor, as the fundamentals apply to all media. The atmosphere is relaxed,
supportive, respectful and inspiring.
Students are free to work from life or photos, either from my collection of painting props
or reference material, or their own. All genres are welcome - still life, landscapes, urban,
figurative, abstract, etc. Models will pose for figurative painters.
Teaching...
My painting style leans towards a loose, painterly, interpretive approach, based on strong
value clarification and a cohesive underlying abstract design. I encourage taking plenty of
artistic license with color, as well as simplification of unnecessary detail. See samples of
work at: Website or Daily Painting Blog. See Testamonials.
Location...
My teaching space is located just west of Nyack, NY at:
33 Kings Highway, Orangeburg, NY 10962. Look for a large brick building with the name
"Systems" at the road entrance. Park on the left side of lot, in front of building.
Class Dates:
July 3,10,17, 24, 31, 2014
Class policy...
The cost for 5 sessions is $250/person, payable via check, credit card or paypal. I provide
a supply list upon registration. The classroom size is suitable for a small group only, if you
are interested, sign up soon - availability is offered on a first-come basis.
If you would like to register by paypal, click this link.
Can't take the class but want to learn painting techniques?
Patti Mollica Fast, Loose & Bold Acrylic Collection
Questions? patti@pattimollica.com or call 845-405-1768