Landscapes in the Studio

May is coming. It’s hot. Let’s make some landscapes… In the studio! We love landscape drawings and paintings, but we don’t always love the experience of creating them outside in challenging conditions. Join us in a nice, climate-controlled studio as we learn about the pros and cons of creating landscapes from photographs.

Develop landscapes that glow with bold contrast and luminous color. Create an illusion of foliage using visual textures and negative space. Develop an understanding of how to use atmospheric perspective, edges, and temperature to create depth. Explore how to use design choices within your composition to create a visual path or emphasis. Learn a variety of tips you can use to create beautiful landscapes in the medium of your choice!

Meets: (3) Mondays 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dates: May 1, 8, 15 & 22 in 2023
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N. Los Altos Ave., Tucson, Arizona 85705)

Instructor: Lisa Larrabee
Format: Lecture & demonstration, studio practice with individual feedback or one-on-one instruction.
Level: Beginners with prior experience to intermediate or advanced are welcome!

Medium: Open to any medium!
Technique: Creating landscapes from reference photographs.
Materials: The instructor will email the materials list before the first day of class. Note that painters must use drop cloths over tabletops. Oil painters are specifically required to use Gamsol or odorless mineral spirits & dispose of their oily rags in a flammable waste can.

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Creative Pathways (May 2023)

Do you want to be in the driver’s seat and have guidance and support to help you along your artistic journey? Creative Pathways combines an open studio experience with an instructor who leads constructive, structured critiques that include group discussions, one-to-one instruction, and optional exercises to push you to the next level.

These classes are perfect for those who want to benefit from feedback, inspiration, and the vitality achieved when working with other creative individuals. The instructor will guide you in finding your visual voice, achieving your artistic vision, and cultivating creativity.

Meets: (4) Saturdays 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Dates: Apr. 29, May 6, 13, & 20 in 2023
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N. Los Altos, Tucson, Arizona 85705)

Instructor: Lisa Larrabee
Format: Demonstration & group critique, studio practice with individual feedback, and one-on-one instruction.
Level: No experience necessary. Absolute beginner, beginner to intermediate, all levels are welcome!

Medium: Any 2D art medium is welcome!
Technique: Short demonstrations in a variety of 2D art mediums
Materials: Bring your supplies. Some materials are available for experimentation. Still life objects with studio lighting are available, or bring reference material. Easels, drop cloths, tables & chairs are provided. Painters must use drop cloths over tabletops. Oil painters must use Gamsol or odorless mineral spirits at all times & dispose of their rags in the red can marked for safe disposal of solvent-soaked materials.

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Painting in Gouache: Basics & Essentials

Learn how to paint with gouache! This versatile, fast-drying water medium, also known as opaque watercolor, is simple to set up and easy to clean up.

The colors are rich & exceptionally vibrant because each tube has a high concentration of pigments. Use it in multiple ways, including travel sketching, color studies on the go, or paint your own miniature masterpiece!

Learn the basics & essentials to paint in gouache, or build on your current painting skills with some guided practice. You only need a few primary colors to get started.

Meets: (3) Saturdays 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Dates: Apr. 8, 15 & 22 in 2023
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N. Los Altos Ave., Tucson, Arizona 85705)

Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Demonstration, lecture, hands-on studio practice with one-on-one instruction or individual feedback.
Level: No experience necessary. Absolute beginner, beginner to intermediate, all levels are welcome!

Medium: Gouache or Opaque Watercolor
Technique: Includes scumbling, impasto, veiling & washes.
Materials: The instructor will email the materials list before the first day of class.

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