CREATING REALISM
Instructor: Velda Newman
In this independent study class we will develop your personal artistic statements while exploring the techniques and processes I use in my own work.
Please bring a variety of photos cut from magazines. Simple subjects with definite, bold shapes work best.
In order to maximize the classroom experience you will need to come prepared with the materials and supplies listed below. This is a hands-on class where everyone will benefit from watching, participating and sharing with one another.
I look forward to meeting all of you, so pack up your supplies and your sense of humor and I will see you in class!
Equipment Required
Sewing machine in good working order
Multi-plug extension Cord
Tools Required
Basic sewing supplies
2 sheets of CLEAR plastic 9" x 12" (office supply store)
Disappearing marking pen (air)
"Sanford" overhead transparency marker (black, fine point)
Large plastic drop cloth and apron
Old towel, paint rag and roll of paper towels
Plastic spray bottle with trigger handle and adjustable spray head
Inexpensive paint brushes to be used with bleach - 1" and 2" (available at craft stores)
Paint brushes (size medium round and ½" flat are good) can be found at any art supply store. Choose brushes for acrylic or oil paints only. Do not bring watercolor brushes.
Freezer paper - 1 yard
Masking tape (any width) and cotton string
Embroidery hoop 14" or larger - to be used with paint (costs about $2 at craft stores)
Pellon Tru-Grid - similar to interfacing with a 1" printed grid, 45" wide, 3 to 4 yards
Hair dryer and extension cord
Apron or old clothes, gloves and mask
2 containers (2 cup size) - 1 for water, 1 for bleach
7 or 8 WHITE PLASTIC PLATES (disposable) for paint palette
One package of cheese cloth (grocery store)
Thin cotton batting (depends on the size of your piece). I suggest 2 - 3 yards.
Lab Fee: $20.00 for paints and supplies. I will bring paints and additional lab items that we will all share.
Fabric
Bring fabrics that relate in color to your photo or drawing; don't forget fabric for background. 100% COTTON SOLIDS OR HAND DYED FABRIC ONLY in a wide range of colors and values. Also, black and white or cream solids, 1 or 2 yards each. In addition, include twelve (12) 1/3 yard pieces (solids) to be used for technique samples.
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