Abstract Skyscapes
Watercolour Skyscapes: Explore the Ever-Changing Sky
Let serendipity lead as you paint the dynamic beauty of the sky in watercolour. Using a handful of paints and a selection of reference photos, you’ll explore the myriad colours and captivating shapes of clouds as they shift throughout the day—from the soft hues of dawn to the rich tones of dusk, and the dramatic intensity of an approaching storm. The focus will be on capturing light, mood and atmosphere, rather than aiming for realism. We’ll embrace the wonderful surprises of the medium, valuing both spontaneous and intentional marks to create expressive, colourful works that reflect the sky’s unique character. This workshop is an ideal companion workshop to the Landscapes workshop.
Where: BAMM, 25 Frome Street, Moree (Art Studio behind Gallery)
When: Saturday 22 March 9am to 12pm
Materials: Please bring your own materials (see below)
Materials:
Watercolour paper
I recommend a couple of A5 pads of watercolour paper (usually 12 sheets to a pad). A5 is quite small and more manageable while experimenting. I prefer 300gsm, which is a nice weight, but 200gsm is fine, too. Arches and Fabriano are both good brands. You can get either hot press (smooth) or cold press (rough), and, while the texture of the cold press paper is rather lovely, I usually use hot press because the smooth paper allows the paint to spread more easily and I can better see the texture (grains, variations) of the actual paint.
Brushes
A mid-size, round, synthetic sable brush will do the trick. These brushes from The Sydney Art Store are a good go-to choice, perhaps a size 6, 8 or 10. Or something like this from another art supply store of your choice.
Paint
There are many beautiful watercolour paints on the market. Like most art supplies, you get what you pay for, and which brand to use is a matter of personal values, budget and preferences. I’d encourage you to browse online to see what you can find to suit your budget. You can buy watercolours individually or in a set. There are a few colours particularly useful when painting skies. Chinese white, Paynes grey, rose madder, ultramarine blue, cerulean blue, indigo, lemon yellow, cadmium red hue or even raw Sienna all work well. Alternatively, select your own colours and let your imagination run wild.
Watercolour Skyscapes: Explore the Ever-Changing Sky
Let serendipity lead as you paint the dynamic beauty of the sky in watercolour. Using a handful of paints and a selection of reference photos, you’ll explore the myriad colours and captivating shapes of clouds as they shift throughout the day—from the soft hues of dawn to the rich tones of dusk, and the dramatic intensity of an approaching storm. The focus will be on capturing light, mood and atmosphere, rather than aiming for realism. We’ll embrace the wonderful surprises of the medium, valuing both spontaneous and intentional marks to create expressive, colourful works that reflect the sky’s unique character. This workshop is an ideal companion workshop to the Landscapes workshop.
Where: BAMM, 25 Frome Street, Moree (Art Studio behind Gallery)
When: Saturday 22 March 9am to 12pm
Materials: Please bring your own materials (see below)
Materials:
Watercolour paper
I recommend a couple of A5 pads of watercolour paper (usually 12 sheets to a pad). A5 is quite small and more manageable while experimenting. I prefer 300gsm, which is a nice weight, but 200gsm is fine, too. Arches and Fabriano are both good brands. You can get either hot press (smooth) or cold press (rough), and, while the texture of the cold press paper is rather lovely, I usually use hot press because the smooth paper allows the paint to spread more easily and I can better see the texture (grains, variations) of the actual paint.
Brushes
A mid-size, round, synthetic sable brush will do the trick. These brushes from The Sydney Art Store are a good go-to choice, perhaps a size 6, 8 or 10. Or something like this from another art supply store of your choice.
Paint
There are many beautiful watercolour paints on the market. Like most art supplies, you get what you pay for, and which brand to use is a matter of personal values, budget and preferences. I’d encourage you to browse online to see what you can find to suit your budget. You can buy watercolours individually or in a set. There are a few colours particularly useful when painting skies. Chinese white, Paynes grey, rose madder, ultramarine blue, cerulean blue, indigo, lemon yellow, cadmium red hue or even raw Sienna all work well. Alternatively, select your own colours and let your imagination run wild.
Watercolour Skyscapes: Explore the Ever-Changing Sky
Let serendipity lead as you paint the dynamic beauty of the sky in watercolour. Using a handful of paints and a selection of reference photos, you’ll explore the myriad colours and captivating shapes of clouds as they shift throughout the day—from the soft hues of dawn to the rich tones of dusk, and the dramatic intensity of an approaching storm. The focus will be on capturing light, mood and atmosphere, rather than aiming for realism. We’ll embrace the wonderful surprises of the medium, valuing both spontaneous and intentional marks to create expressive, colourful works that reflect the sky’s unique character. This workshop is an ideal companion workshop to the Landscapes workshop.
Where: BAMM, 25 Frome Street, Moree (Art Studio behind Gallery)
When: Saturday 22 March 9am to 12pm
Materials: Please bring your own materials (see below)
Materials:
Watercolour paper
I recommend a couple of A5 pads of watercolour paper (usually 12 sheets to a pad). A5 is quite small and more manageable while experimenting. I prefer 300gsm, which is a nice weight, but 200gsm is fine, too. Arches and Fabriano are both good brands. You can get either hot press (smooth) or cold press (rough), and, while the texture of the cold press paper is rather lovely, I usually use hot press because the smooth paper allows the paint to spread more easily and I can better see the texture (grains, variations) of the actual paint.
Brushes
A mid-size, round, synthetic sable brush will do the trick. These brushes from The Sydney Art Store are a good go-to choice, perhaps a size 6, 8 or 10. Or something like this from another art supply store of your choice.
Paint
There are many beautiful watercolour paints on the market. Like most art supplies, you get what you pay for, and which brand to use is a matter of personal values, budget and preferences. I’d encourage you to browse online to see what you can find to suit your budget. You can buy watercolours individually or in a set. There are a few colours particularly useful when painting skies. Chinese white, Paynes grey, rose madder, ultramarine blue, cerulean blue, indigo, lemon yellow, cadmium red hue or even raw Sienna all work well. Alternatively, select your own colours and let your imagination run wild.