In this class we will discuss an introduction to forms, shapes, edges and tonal ranges to create the illusion of depth and light in an acrylic painting. After practicing the process we will put them together to create emotional, impactful paintings or studies using a choice of subjects ranging from a rural landscape, interior scene to a street scene. This class focuses on giving students a thoughtful approach to the medium of acrylic through working from reference photographs and/or painting from sketches. It will include discussions on: 1. materials 2. color mixing 3. Drawing 4. brush strokes and basic acrylic painting methods (layering, dry brush and glazing) 5. composition and design Classes will include instructor demonstrations and exercises. There will also be optional weekly homework exercises. Supplies: Acrylic palette or equivalent Selection of brushes: including acrylic synthetic round brush (for example 8) 1' and 2’ flat acrylic synthetic brushes a rigger brush (for example 4) Suggested Paints (Golden so flat acrylic paint recommended: Permanent Yellow Pyrrole Red Burnt Sienna Ultramarine Blue Ivory black Titanium White Supplies to bring: 16”x20” canvas or larger (stretched or on board) water container 2H pencil kneaded eraser paper towels Light brown masking tape (not blue) Small water spray bottle