Nationally-shown watercolor artist Ramona Lapsley, of Colorado, will help beginners get started and help more experienced students refine their technique. Learn color theory, composition, techniques of texture and paint application, and the sequence of layering and detailing. If developing your technical skills in the painting field is your priority, you will be highly rewarded by this rare chance to learn from an expert teacher who'll share his secrets to make your artwork come alive. All work will be done from diverse composed still-life settings. Explore fashion design and illustration techniques as well as simple draping and garment construction skills using your original designs.
Students can expect to work with pencil, ink, and watercolor wash on paper.
Garments will be draped and constructed using pins, hand sewing, and glue. One to three garments can be completed along with small 2-D design portfolio. Instructor Mary Curran, who has a wealth of thirty years of experience in the field to share with you. Cartooning is a specialized passion. If you have an on-going love affair with the cartooning discipline, you should meet instructor Tom Wallestad, who shares your enthusiasm.