2225 - Abstract Drawing and Painting
Course Overview
Dive into the exhilarating world of abstraction, where imagination knows no bounds and every mark is a step toward your unique artistic voice.
This dynamic course invites you to explore the limitless possibilities of abstract art through both painting and drawing. Whether you're drawn to the fluidity of acrylics and oils or the tactile nature of mixed media on paper, you'll have the freedom to choose your medium, or blend them, to suit your vision. There are no stylistic constraints here; instead, you'll embark on a personal journey to develop a visual language that resonates with your experiences and aspirations.
Through weekly critiques and engaging discussions on contemporary art, you'll refine your practice and gain new perspectives, all within a supportive and collaborative studio environment.
This course is ideal for those with some prior art-making experience, especially if you're venturing into acrylic or oil paints. Bring your curiosity, your willingness to experiment, and your passion for discovery. Together, we'll unlock the potential of abstraction and let your creativity soar.
What You'll Learn
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Cultivate a unique artistic voice by exploring abstraction, allowing your personal experiences and aspirations to inform your creative expression.
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Gain proficiency in various mediums, including acrylics, oils, and mixed media on paper, to enhance your artistic versatility and experimentation.
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Engage in Constructive Critique and participate in weekly discussions, refining your practice through feedback and exposure to contemporary art perspectives.
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Embrace Artistic Exploration and foster a mindset of curiosity and willingness to experiment, unlocking the potential of abstraction and allowing your creativity to soar.
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Build Confidence in Artistic Expression through a supportive and collaborative studio environment. Gain the confidence to express your artistic ideas and develop your creative skills
Who Should Attend
Some previous experience in art making is encouraged prior to attendance, especially if the student is using acrylic or oil paints.Additional Information
Materials List
- 24” x 18” Sketch Pad (or any large format, inexpensive newsprint drawing pad)
- 1 similar sized multipurpose drawing pad with heavier paper
- 4b-8b pencils
- Vine/compressed charcoal
- Black dense charcoal (black pastel could be used)
- 2b pencils
- Gum eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- White studio eraser
- Glue
- Scissors
- Collage material (assorted colored paper/fabric etc.)
Paint
- Acrylic OR oil paints:
- cadmium red medium
- alizarine crimson
- ultramarine blue
- cobalt blue
- viridian green
- sap green
- Hansa(or lemon)yellow
- burnt sienna(brown)
- titanium white
- An assortment of sizes in brushes but be sure to include some medium and smaller sized soft bristle, square brushes.
For oil; either sable, martin or squirrel hair, or for both multi-use synthetic; multi-use synthetic brushes are the best buy as they are sturdy and cheap and useable for both oil and acrylic painters)
- A few different sized palette knives
- Non odorous solvent (Gamsol is the best) for oil only.
- Disposable paper palettes... the largest size is best
- Cotton rags and or paper towels
- A few closable, containers for solvent (oil only) which must be taken with you at the end of class OR containers for water (for acrylic).
- Two or three canvas boards (please, NO canvas pads, they are useless) OR two or three stretched canvas.........no smaller than 20"something by 16"-18"something...the bigger the better.
- In terms of colors, brushes, collage material etc....this list represents the bare bones of supplies......if you have more, feel free to bring it.
For the first class, you only need to bring drawing pads, pencils, charcoal and erasers.
UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment. Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission policy for eligibility and tax liabilities.
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