Further Detail
Work with frottage, a technique in which a rubbing is taken of a surface creating a textured effect to make a collection of papers to use in design work. Develop design inspiration using mark making, layered papers and colour washes to create expressive interpretations of reflections on a variety of background surfaces. Explore the subtle colour combinations and textures found in reflections using a limited palette of acrylic paint, adding depth and contrast with layers and further collage. The surfaces can be developed and incorporated into your own working practice in mixed media and stitch.
Skills/Techniques Covered
Level
This workshop is suitable for those with a little experience through to advanced.
Materials
Materials are not included in your course fee. Some materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £4, payable to the tutor during the course.
The tutor may not have the facilities to take card payments for materials in the workshops. Please remember to bring cash or your cheque book if your course involves buying materials from the tutor.
Please Bring With You
We advise that you do not buy any materials required for a course more than two weeks in advance, because occasionally a course is cancelled due to low enrolment.
Work with frottage, a technique in which a rubbing is taken of a surface creating a textured effect to make a collection of papers to use in design work. Develop design inspiration using mark making, layered papers and colour washes to create expressive interpretations of reflections on a variety of background surfaces. Explore the subtle colour combinations and textures found in reflections using a limited palette of acrylic paint, adding depth and contrast with layers and further collage. The surfaces can be developed and incorporated into your own working practice in mixed media and stitch.
Skills/Techniques Covered
- Mark making
- Frottage
- Resist and wash
- Use of collage to alter the surface
- Colour mixing using a limited palette
- Use of mediums to create transparency
Level
This workshop is suitable for those with a little experience through to advanced.
Materials
Materials are not included in your course fee. Some materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £4, payable to the tutor during the course.
The tutor may not have the facilities to take card payments for materials in the workshops. Please remember to bring cash or your cheque book if your course involves buying materials from the tutor.
Please Bring With You
- A selection of brushes for use with acrylic paint, include a number 10 or 12 round brush if you have one.
- A sketchbook pen and pencil for notes and compositional development.
- Apron or overall, please wear suitable clothing.
We advise that you do not buy any materials required for a course more than two weeks in advance, because occasionally a course is cancelled due to low enrolment.