The Radiant Sky with Beth Cole

The Radiant Sky with Beth Cole Community Studio May 30 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM May 31 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Limited to 12 participants Cost: $60 members / $70 non-members Open to individuals ages 15 and up. Workshop Description The sky gives us endless possibilities as painters. In this workshop you will create a painting based on the view of the sky during the golden hour as the sun sinks toward the horizon. Many times there is such a beautiful gradation of color from horizon to the crest of the sky at this time of day. This is what we will practice along with a few floating clouds. Who It Is For This is a workshop for anyone who appreciates the sky and wants to learn more about how create a glowing and radiant painting. Some painting experience will be helpful. What You Will Learn. How to… Simplify the subject Create a value thumbnail Tone your surface before painting Place elements with reference points Unify your paint mixes with a mother color Mix and match your paint colors Create atmosphere with layers of paint Enjoy the painting process What to Bring *Beth will provide four sky photos you may choose from during the workshop. If you would like to use your own sky photos, that’s wonderful. Please bring them with you. Sketchbook and pencil Brushes, I use flats 2, 4, 6 Palette knife for mixing paint Small empty jar with lid for odorless mineral spirits If you have oil paints to which you are accustomed, please feel free to bring them.