by taswann | Nov 10, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
Recently we learned about monochromatic colour schemes that use a variation of lightness and saturation of one main colour. Paintings like this produce a soothing effect because the colours go so well together. Within monochromatic schemes, tints, shades and tones...
by taswann | Nov 10, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
“I want the viewer to look – relate and then look again.” -Jamie MacLean Students created their own autumn reflections in our class. Inspired by a local artist, Jamie MacLean who’s oil landscapes are about capturing the emotional energy and enjoyment from being...
by taswann | Oct 16, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
“I enjoy the freedom of just using my hands and “found” tools – a sharp stone, the quill of a feather, thorns. I take the opportunities each day offers: if it is snowing, I work with snow, at leaf-fall it will be leaves.” -Andy Goldsworthy Abstract leaves...
by taswann | Oct 15, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
“All the good ideas I ever had came to me while I was milking a cow.” -Grant Wood Our classroom came alive with bright fall colours as we made our own fall landscapes inspired by the American painter, Grant Wood. We discussed the life and career of Grant Wood and...
by taswann | Aug 27, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
“Work at the same time upon sky, water, branches, ground, keeping everything going on an equal basis and unceasingly rework until you have got it. Paint generously and unhesitatingly, for it is best not to lose the first impression.” -Camille Pissarro The...
by taswann | Aug 27, 2014 | Previous Posts, Projects
“With an apple I will astonish Paris.” – Paul Cezanne Paul Cezanne was born to a wealthy family on January 19th, 1839 in the South of France. His father was a banker and did not want his son to become an artist. So, Paul Cezanne began his studies...
