Classic Florals and Still Lifes in Oil – with Douglas David

CLASSIC FLORALS AND STILL LIFES IN OIL
February 1-3, 2019
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
A very popular class will cover the basic principles of oil painting with regard to painting florals, and still lifes – beautiful florals, some fruits and vegetables and maybe even a donut or a few! Includes interesting and memorable discussions on composition, massing, building form, light and shadow: and depending on your own style, knowing when a work is finished (learning how to not overwork your painting). Douglas delivers sound principles of painting that are an incredible foundation for your painting, whether a beginner or seasoned professional. After the brief morning intro, a very hands-on approach to the class, gets students mixing colors and preparing to paint. Students will work in their own style/technique so that the finished work is their own. Douglas will overview his palette and concepts that his work entails. Students will mix paints and learn to mix basic strings of color to help
comprehend how this preparation makes the painting process a little simpler and gets a working understanding of the value/strings of color. Students will work from photos Douglas provides that include Tulips, Peonies, Hydrangea and some other fun things like donuts, bananas and maybe some grapefruit.

CLASS DESCRIPTION
An incredible 3 day hands on painting experience will yield a good number of paintings and a logical thought process in a fun yet focused atmosphere to help you guide your future study. Your paintings can be as complicated or as simple as needed. Demos and individual discussions/instruction will help each student to start to begin to reach the preliminary goals they are striving to meet. Plan to produce several paintings in the 3 day workshop. Plan to bring notebook/sketchbook and enjoy some demos along with some great stories to
help you remember the principles that are the foundation of Douglas’ teaching.

Douglas David has painted his way across the country, capturing the beauty and spirit of the things he loves- tranquil country landscapes, sunrises and sunsets on his favorite beaches, a simple pitcher of spring lilacs or peonies, a lemon, lime or a slice of watermelon on a checked tablecloth. Paintings that reflect comfort, warmth meaning and simplicity: similar to everything important to him- his close knit family, life-long friendships, creatively fulfilling work and giving his best. A recipient of numerous regional and national awards and honors, Douglas’ teaching is a way of giving back and sharing some of his journey with those who choose to study with him. For more detailed information, visit www.douglasdavid.com.

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