Continuing Education

133/141 West 21st Street

Working from the figure, students will start by exploring semi-realistic styles and then begin to deconstruct the figure into more abstract shapes. Color, tone and line will be explored. At times, projects will address the fine line between realism and abstraction. Transparent to impressionist impasto painting and glazing techniques will be demonstrated. We will break down the figure and study a concentrated, expressive brush stroke. Finally, students will work on abstracted shapes of the body-pushing angles, reinventing curves, twisting torsos and elongation. Students will also work on independent projects, and will complete approximately eight finished pieces by the end of the course. Open to students at all levels.
NOTE: Please bring paints and canvas (18x24") to the first session. This course is held on campus at SVA.