In this class, we are going to play and experiment with acrylic inks and gold mica ink to explore and create some fun abstracts. I love using this intuitive painting kind of process to explore my supplies and my colors. I always end up with fun things and it combines 2 of my favorite ways to create - tape pealing... and cutting up pieces if I see a better composition in finished pieces.

I'm calling these painting sessions Intuitive Painting sessions because I want to create without expectation. I want to have fun, and explore how to use my supplies in new ways. Push the boundaries of what I thought some of the supplies could do. I want to put marks down where it just feels right without worrying about composition. When we are finished we will peal off our tape and reveal our art pieces. I love doing this. Some pieces come out amazing. Some come out and I cut them up into something amazing. No matter what though, I always have some fun and walk away having enjoyed my time at my art table.

This class is for you if:

You love learning new techniques for your art
You are interested in learning more about letting loose and having fun while you paint
You love watching how others approach their art practice

Supplies:

These are the supplies I'll be using in class today.

Canson Heritage cold press 140lb watercolor paper
Acrylic inks - I show you all the colors I'm using in class during the supply video - you can use any colors you have on hand or substitute other supplies if you feel inspired.
Kuretake Gold Mica Ink - I love this gold ink - but you can use posca pens or other inks in your pieces if you have something you love
Ruling Pen - I love using this pen for dipping into my ink for mark-making. You could use a regular dip pen or brush if you have that on hand.
Painters tape

Barbara Guilmet

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