Painting & Drawing
Code: D1315-21
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III
Level III
Students have formal training in critical issues of 2-D art making, experience with public critiques and a solid portfolio of their artwork.
The Not-So-Polite Decorative
Aug 30 - Sep 3, 2021
9AM-5PM
Concept
Gleaning inspiration from the polite decorative arts, this class explores fresh avenues in studio practice that result in paintings from the riotous to the subtle. Discover diverse sources and develop skills to make works with wall power. Working with gouache and acrylic, exploit color and format, surface development and texture, modular construction and pattern, as well as rhythm and repetition. Explore tools, materials and supports customized to concept. Imagistic subject matter may be derived from nature, iconography from pop culture, or the thoroughly abstract.
Media
Gouache and acrylic paint, over painting in oil is an option, works on paper and larger pieces, explore tools and materials customized to your needs, supports and grounds. Students may work on panels, stretched canvas or grids of premade rectangles, shaped or assembled sculptural surfaces may be explored.
Supply ListFaculty
Holly Hughes
Holly Hughes is Professor Emeritus of Painting at Rhode Island School of Design and a frequent Ranch faculty member. Having exhibited nationally and internationally, Holly’s painting has been greatly influenced by both ceramic and printmaking practice and research. She loves “Salon Style” installations—the mixing of these genres on the wall—such as BLAZON created for the Dorsky Museum.
Holly Hughes, Trophy Border - detail
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Painting & Drawing
Make, reflect, consider, engage—these are all critical elements of the Painting and Drawing workshops at Anderson Ranch. Our exceptional workshops combine focused, hands-on art making with critical feedback for artists of all levels. Painting and Drawing guest faculty are phenomenal artists and educators with experience supporting students by offering technical knowledge and encouragement.
The bright, natural light of the Wyly Painting and Drawing Building provides an inspiring environment where students can explore and expand their artistic practice. Our facilities are equipped with individual worktables, wall space, easels, rolling palettes, odorless solvents, a wide range of hand and power tools, computer access with Adobe software, wi-fi, printing, scanning, and projection capabilities. Spend a week here— or several—and engage in a variety of activities that will fuel your practice throughout the year.
Workshop Details
Supply List
Many of the items you'll need are available in the ArtWorks Store. Please click "View Full Supply List" to see a comprehensive list of items you'll need for this workshop.
Gouache paints in a palette of colors good for mixing.
Oil if desired for over-painting.
Charcoal
Drawing materials like charcoal and kneaded erasers, etc., and/or ink and foam brushes
Kneaded erasers
Drawing materials like charcoal and kneaded erasers, etc., and/or ink and foam brushes
Foam Brushes
Drawing materials like charcoal and kneaded erasers, etc., and/or ink and foam brushes
India Ink
Drawing materials like charcoal and kneaded erasers, etc., and/or ink and foam brushes
Variety of brushes
Variety of knives and painting tools
Rives BFK
Five sheets minimum strong paper at least 22×30” (like Stonehenge or Rives BFK) or large roll of paper if you want to stay on paper for all projects- should be paper good for wet media
Stonehenge
Five sheets minimum strong paper at least 22×30” (like Stonehenge or Rives BFK) or large roll of paper if you want to stay on paper for all projects- should be paper good for wet media
Pre-gessoed painting panels
Pre-gessoed painting panels, stretched canvas, or smaller rectangles that can be used in a grid as desired
Stretched canvas
X-Acto knife
Tracing paper 11 x 14” minimum
Lodging & Meals
Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.
The Ranch Café meal plan that is included with Room and Board fees strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. The meal plan includes 5 days of continental breakfasts that will include a hot offering, 5 lunches with a selection of offerings, and 5 dinners.
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Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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