About this class:

This is a basic first step into the massive world of Trompe l'œil. The class is made for everyone, from beginners all the way through to professionals.

What will you learn:

How to place Shadows and Highlights like a master craftsman/woman in the 21st century with water-based medias.

How to understand the basics of the light-source, cast-shadows and shading.

And also the use of different tools, such as artist brushes and mahl-stick to achieve a realistic Trompe l'œil moulding on a woodgrained panel or any other surface of your choice.

Why you should take this class:

To add a small Trompe l'œil moulding to your samples will make you stand out in the crowd. Especially if you're pitching for a job.
The techniques I'm using are the exact techniques I would use on-site, therefor I know that they work and are not too time-consuming. Speed is something that will come with practice.
These processes can easily be adapted to pretty much all interior elements, from doors to walls, ceilings and floors. and also exterior if using the right products.
I've got several years in the trade as a decorative artist, starting in Sweden, New York City and now living in London. Working at some of the most prestigious hotels, museums and private residences over the world.

Who this class is for:

This class is for everyone, from beginners all the way through to professionals. I'm a firm believer that anyone can gain something from this class. This class will showcase the basics but also give you an in-depth understanding of the basic techniques of Trompe l'œil. These techniques will be something I will refer to later on, in other classes.

Materials:

Canvas or something to paint on.
Basecoat in preferred colour (I'll be painting on the faux Birch that i showed in my first class)
Low tack tape
Rullers and Set square
Pencil
Acrylic Glaze (Golden Pro, HV'Art or equivalent)
Acrylic colours (Raw Umber, Raw Sienna, Burnt Umber, Ultramarine blue and Titanium White)
Palette
Mahl-stick or Striping edge
Varnish or Lacquer
Cloth/Rag

Brushes

Slanted striping brush (Squirrel or Synthetic bristle)
Domed artist brushes ( Filbert style in Squirrel or Synthetic bristle
Pointed Artist brush
Hoghair Fitch

Su Vyleta

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