Painting and Drawing with Acrylic, Watercolor and Ink

Amie Oliver

Heaven, Earth and Sea Series (ladders)
india ink on paper

2011

Participants of this short course should bring the following to class:  acrylic, watercolor, ink, gouache or any combination of water-based media (even collage). We will explore new ways to think about painting and drawing, and receive feedback and direction regarding your personal creative projects. Materials will be based on each student's individual creative goals. 
Instructor: Amie Oliver
3 Tuesdays
January 15 – 29
6:30 – 9:00 PM

Orientation / Materials / Goals

Introduction to water media artists

Introductory Exercise

Planning for studio meeting ll & lll
bring materials and imagery which support your interests and goals based on our progress and discussion during the first class meeting.

Curriculum Artists

Sally Bowring
Heide Trepanier
Genesis Chapman
Jiha Moon
Sharon Horvath
Raine Bedsole
J.W. Turner
Antoni Tapies
Dave McKean
Anne Hanger
Ray Kass
John Cage
Marlene Dumas
Ron Johnson
Thangka Tibetan Watercolors
Jacob Lawrence
Charles Burchfield
Elizabeth Peyton
Paul Klee
David Hockney

Instructor
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Media exercise

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Notes for Heaven, Earth and Sea @ Quirk Gallery

Amie Oliver  hopes you'll join us to toast art for the living / 

day of the dead @ Quirk Gallery tonite. 

Painting and Drawing Course Offerings @ VisArts

Introduction to Acrylic Painting* Beginning to Intermediate Amie Oliver This course introduces the fundamentals of working with acrylic paint, basic color theory and techniques. Students are encouraged to examine art history as well as the contemporary art around them as they begin to define a personal artistic vision. Register here. Course may be repeated. Materials list is available upon confirmation or on our website. Section A 6 Mondays September 12 – October 17 6:30 – 9:00 PM Section B 6 Mondays October 24 – November 28 6:30 – 9:00 PM Wonders of Water Media: An Open Studio Intermediate and Advanced Amie Oliver Artists who work in acrylic, watercolor, gouache, collage, or any combination of water-based media are encouraged to participate in this new three week open studio. Participants will explore new ways to think about painting and will receive individual coaching and feedback on their creative projects. ALL WATER BASED MEDIA welcome. Materials will be based on each student's individual creative goals. 3 Thursdays September 15 – September 29 6:30 – 9:00 PM Workshops & Intensives The Painted Collage Workshop All Levels Amie Oliver Many noted painters of the 20th century used collage to express their aesthetic ideals. Explore the creative possibilities of working with acrylic paint and mixed media / collage during this one and a half day workshop. A link to the materials list is posted on the right. 2 Days Saturday, September 10 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday, September 11 1:00 – 4:00 PM The Intuitive Line Workshop All Levels Amie Oliver Participants will explore new ways to think about drawing and mark-making during this one-day workshop. Drawing exercises will play with gesture, observation, texture, and contour. A materials list is available on our website or you can visit Oliver's course blog at http://visarts.org 1 day Saturday, September 24 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Drawing & Painting with Ink All Levels Amie Oliver Participants will explore new ways to think about drawing, painting and mark-making with ink, pen and brush during this two-day workshop. We will examine the classical and contemporary use of ink wash and pen and ink drawing. Exercises will play with gesture, observation, texture, and contour. A materials list is available on our website . 2 Days Saturday, October 1 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday, October 2 1:00 – 4:00 PM Acrylic and Mixed Media Intensive All Levels Amie Oliver Many noted artists of the 20th century used collage and mixed media to explore new ideas and develop their aesthetic. Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile materials for painting with collage, assembling a montage and integrating found objects. Artists will begin the workshop experimenting with acrylic and collage techniques and refine their experiments throughout the weekend. These techniques also work well for assembling mementos and exploring the passage of time. A materials list is available on our website @ http://visarts.org 2 Days Saturday, November 5 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday, November 6 1:00 – 4:00 PM * acrylic painters who usually work with me in the mornings may note that I am not able to offer a morning course due to a scheduling conflict at VisArts. Please note that you can sign up for any of my weekend workshops and feel free to bring an acrylic painting that you have been working on or need help with! I am also available for private consultations / tutorials. Please email me if you would like more information on this service.

Visual Arts Center of Richmond 1812 W. Main St. Richmond VA 23220 p: 804.353.0094 x. 229 | f: 804.353.8018 Explore your creative spirit. www.visarts.org

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Monster Drawing Rally

POSTPONED: NEW DATE TBA Sat,August27 3:30pm - 9:00pm
Location	1708 Gallery 319 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA
Created By	1708 Gallery
More Info	1708 GALLERY'S 2ND ANNUAL LIVE DRAWING EVENT Part performance, part art-bazaar, Monster Drawing Rally is a rare opportunity to watch your favorite local artists at work. The event will consist of 4 one-hour shifts with up to 14 artists drawing simultaneously per hour. Watch art come to life then purchase the completed works for only $65. Come hungry and enjoy Nate's Tacos for dinner with a selection of cold Virginia micro brews on tap! Kids can take part in the action by creating art of their own at the wall-sized coloring station. All funds raised support 1708 Gallery, a non-profit space for new art. ADMISSION: $5 Donation, Kids 12 and under are free. Sign up for a 1708 membership at Monster Drawing Rally and receive $20 off one drawing! Visit www.1708gallery.org for more details! I'll be drawing during the 5pm session!

Basic Color Theory

Everyone studies the color wheel at some point in their education.

We revisit these basic concepts when learning to mix acrylic paint.

Acrylic and Mixed Media Intensive

WORKSHOP - JULY 9 and 10:

acrylic and mixed media intensive

All Levels

Many noted artists of the 20th century used collage and mixed media to explore new ideas and develop their aesthetic ideal. Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile materials for painting with collage, assembling a montage and integrating found objects. Artists will begin on Saturday experimenting with acrylic and collage techniques and refine their experiments throughout the the weekend.

A few examples of acrylic and mixed media can be viewed here.

Instructor: Amie Oliver

2 days
Saturday, July 9 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, July 10 1:00 – 3:30 PM

MATERIALS LIST
vine charcoal (a few sticks)
black pastel (one stick)
masking tape or blue painting tape
utility or xacto knife and blades
ruler
sponge brushes
several pointed and flat brushes
beginner's acrylic paint set (primary colors, earth colors and black and white)
acrylic medium
paper adhesive (YES brand paste highly recommended)
sketchbook
2-4 old drawings/works on paper you would like to recycle
two sheets of large, hot press rag paper - minimum size 22"x30"
charcoal pencils - hard and soft
an old newspaper
small jar of sand, ash or dirt (or other particulates)
old towel or t-shirt for cleaning brushes
paper towels
matt knife
spray bottle with a misting component (recycled from home is great)
one 24" x 24" hard surface to collage on (plywood, mdf, birch and other panels
are available at Lowe's precut to this size)

SUGGESTED (FUN BUT NOT REQUIRED)
water-soluable colored pencils
chalk pastels
GESSO
your art box and any other water based media you enjoy working with

The Painted Collage Workshop

"Three Musicians"

Pablo Picasso

collection of MOMA

The Painted Collage Workshop (Drawing North) All Levels Amie Oliver Many noted painters of the 20th century used collage to express their aesthetic ideals. Explore the creative possibilities of working with acrylic paint and mixed media / collage during this one and a half day workshop.

An album of artwork which employs these concepts and techniques can be viewed here.

MATERIALS LIST
vine charcoal (a few sticks)
black pastel (one stick)
masking tape or blue painting tape
utility or xacto knife and blades
ruler
sponge brushes
several pointed and flat brushes
beginner's acrylic paint set (primary colors, earth colors and black and white)
acrylic medium
paper adhesive (YES brand paste highly recommended)
sketchbook
2-4 old drawings/works on paper you would like to recycle
two sheets of large, hot press rag paper - minimum size 22"x30"
charcoal pencils - hard and soft
an old newspaper
small jar of sand, ash or dirt (or other particulates)
old towel or t-shirt for cleaning brushes
paper towels
matt knife
spray bottle with a misting component (recycled from home is great)
one 24" x 24" hard surface to collage on (plywood, mdf, birch and other panels
are available at Lowe's precut to this size)


SUGGESTED (FUN BUT NOT REQUIRED)
water-soluable colored pencils
chalk pastels
GESSO
your art box and any other water based media you enjoy working with