Storytelling in the language of abstract painting. Helping artists develop their visual vocabulary through mark making, color and composition. We will journey together exploring techniques of creating composition focusing on reimagining space through mixed media layers to build depth on canvas. 1. Watercolor and abstract painting with brushes, rollers, found objects, leaves, sticks etc. 2. Creating patterns or more texture with oil sticks. Blending with background colors. 3. Collaging, mark making and blending. Then seal with a gel medium. 4. Tape or stencil Masking and spray painting, sponge or roller. 5. Transferring or projecting figurative images. 6. Detailing figurative images. Adding found objects. 7. Pulling it all together adding final touches. Please check your registration confirmation email for a link to the class supply list.