For the class project, you'll create a mixed-media abstract painting using the techniques and skills you've learned in class.

Choose your color palette: Review the color samplers we created in class and select your favorite colors. Think about how you want the colors to blend and flow in your painting.
Practice your marks: Use your favorite mark-making tools to create a series of marks on a piece of paper. Experiment with different pressures and angles to see how the marks vary.
Apply your watercolors: Begin applying your watercolors to the paper, working wet on wet and allowing the colors to blend and flow. Use your favorite marks to create interesting textures and details.
Add your mixed media: Once your watercolor layer is dry, add additional layers of mixed media, such as pastels, gold ink, and posca pens, to add depth and interest to your painting.
Finish your painting: Step back and assess your painting, making any final adjustments or additions as needed.

I can't wait to see what you create! Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the creative process & don’t forget to come back and share those projects with me! I can’t wait to see what you create!

**Not sure how to post a project? I have a video for you in this discussion: Posting A Project

Supplies I'm using in class - feel free to substitute any of the supplies I'm using for what you have on hand:

Coldpress watercolor paper 140lb - https://amzn.to/3LRk9qh

Kuretake Gold Ink - https://amzn.to/3ARsEet

Kakimori brass nib - https://shop.stlartsupply.com/products/kakimori-brass-nib

Sakura Wood Pen Holder - https://shop.stlartsupply.com/products/sakura-wood-pen-holder

Kuretake Gold Paste - https://amzn.to/3LxW3Q5

Tim Holtz - Stampers Anon Stencil, Halftone - https://amzn.to/3LmNHKU

ARTEZA Acrylic Paint - https://amzn.to/3nsbcu4

Raphael SoftAqua - https://amzn.to/41pnu4b

Princeton Artist Brush Neptune - https://amzn.to/3Me44v0

DANIEL SMITH Buff Titanium - https://amzn.to/42CC4Xq

Daniel Smith Titanium White - https://amzn.to/42I7agb

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Daler-Rowney FW Acrylic Ink Bottle Indigo - https://amzn.to/41qdAiX

Daler-Rowney FW Acrylic Ink Bottle Sepia - https://amzn.to/3pAtLg8

Princeton Round, 4 - https://amzn.to/3HVCosf

Graduated Pipettes - https://amzn.to/3VQ3fvy

Faber-Castell Graphite Pencil Pitt Graphite Matt 14B - https://amzn.to/3Me4zUL

Posca Extra Fine Marke - https://amzn.to/3N7WOSd

Artist tape - https://amzn.to/3Hf6fLP

Art Sponges - https://amzn.to/3L9xf0k

Krylon UV Archival Varnish - https://amzn.to/3o01kb4

SENNELIER D'Artigny Oil Pastel Fixative - https://amzn.to/3LTXdW4

SENNELIER Soft Pastel Fixative - https://amzn.to/3Mil4jy

Krylon K01306 Workable Fixatif Spray Clear - https://amzn.to/452X5MS

And... I have a bonus Youtube video for you on this series... This class was inspired by a Youtube project I did and it is the matching duo to the larger piece that I thought you might enjoy watching with this class. Check that out below:

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