In this class, we are going to create some bold, dynamic contemporary abstracts. I want you to play with color and experiment with your marks. My goal was to create beautiful abstracts with minimal supplies, bold colors, dynamic movement, and rich shapes. I wanted to concentrate on not being too busy. Committing to a theme and creating a series.

We'll start out experimenting with some smaller pieces, and then use those to inspire some larger pieces.

This class is for you if:

You love learning new techniques for your art
You are interested in bold contemporary abstracts
You love watching how others approach their art practice
You love experimenting with your art supplies

Supplies:

I've kept the supplies pretty simple in this class. I encourage you to use what you have to get started!

Watercolor paper - I'm using Canson XL Coldpress 140lb. You can experiment with your papers and try out any that you happen to have on hand for this class.
Acrylic inks. I am using the FW Paynes Gray for my mark-making. You can experiment with a variety of things for mark-making for this class. I like the bold color and marks I get with the ink.
Acrylic paint in your favorite colors. I show you a variety you might consider.
Catalyst Wedge or silicone brush. I wanted to try out doing some bold marks for color without using a regular paintbrush. You can use whatever feels good to you when you finish class and get to painting!
Painters tape to tape down your paper

Christiana Johnson

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