INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT PAINTING:  Duration: All Day ( 9:00am- 3:30pm)  Cost: $150.00 + 5.00 studio fee.  Fee includes use of specialized tools, materials, and guided instruction to complete an introductory abstract painting. TO SIGN UP FOR THIS WORKSHOP PLEASE EMAIL- KURT@FOURWINDSART.COM

The all day workshop will explore 10 abstract compositions, 5 design elements, and a basic look at color theory and mixing. Armed with these foundational elements the group will then create an abstract painting. Each participant will choose a composition, develop a focal point, add texture,and develop  a monochromatic color scheme, which will be highlighted with a splash of gold technique. Students will need to provide a 16 x 20 or 18 x 24 stretched canvas, a small jar of texture/modeling paste, a tube of acrylic paint in their favorite color, a tube of black acrylic paint, and a tube of white acrylic paint.  All other materials and tools will be provided by the instructor.