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Acrylic Painting:
Basics
Learn the essentials of acrylic painting in this hands-on course designed for beginners.
Main language is English
Main language is English
Nearest start date:
Wednesday, 4 June
The course lasts for 4 weeks and consists of 4 lessons
90% practice and 10% theory
Course program
Explore fundamental techniques like color mixing, brushwork, and layering, while mastering the unique properties of acrylic paints. Whether you're a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this course provides a solid foundation in creating vibrant, textured artwork.
Lesson 1: The Basics
Lesson 1: The Basics
- Understand colour theory and how to mix hues effectively.
- Practice painting basic shapes to develop form and shading techniques.
- Experiment with various brushstrokes and acrylic painting methods.
- Learn how to build layers to create depth and luminosity.
- Explore techniques for imitating textures and patterns.
- Apply these skills in a still life composition featuring flora, fauna, and household objects.
- Capture the unique characteristics of pets, from fur to feathers.
- Learn techniques for painting expressive eyes and lifelike details.
- Explore ways to build texture and dimension in animal portraiture.
Lesson 2: Layering Magic
Lesson 4: Pet Portraiture
Lesson 3: Landscape Painting
- Master smooth color transitions, such as blending a sunset sky.
- Understand how to depict natural elements like water, clouds, and mountains.
- Create atmospheric depth and perspective in your landscape paintings.
Course Highlights:
- In-Person Interaction: Join us at Art Space Studio for face-to-face instruction. Nina will be right there with you, providing personalized feedback and encouragement.
- Hands-On Practice: Each lesson includes practical exercises. Get your hands dirty (with paint, of course!) and apply what you’ve learned immediately.
- Creative Joy and Community: Our studio environment fosters creativity and camaraderie. You’ll connect with fellow artists and share the joy of painting.
No Prerequisites—Just Passion!
You don’t need any prerequisites to join this course—just a passion for art and a willingness to explore. Bring your enthusiasm, and let’s transform blank canvases into vibrant masterpieces!
What is included in the course:
Four 2h art sessions
All materials: canvas 30x30 / 30x40, canvas, acrylic paint, brushes etc
A printout of pictures that will be used for painting
A drink of your choice for every session
Time and Place:
ADDRESS
Art Space Studio (421 rue de Neudorf, LU-2220)
DATE
TIME
June 4, Wednesday
18:30
June 11, Wednesday
18:30
June 18, Wednesday
18:30
June 25, Wednesday
18:30
Price
190€
Cost per course
Possible to purchase individual sessions at €55 per session. Please get in touch!
The course teacher - Alvira Ferreira
Alvira Ferreira is a visual artist from Cape Town, South Africa who has relocated to Luxembourg. She works mostly in oil paint and collage. The concepts she explores are of human interactions and intervention in specific times and space. Her work speaks about how we live, how we could live and the unforeseen things in life. The pieces she makes ask how the ordinary and the extraordinary interact and show how there are no unimportant things in life. She loves working on collaborative art projects and enjoys spreading the creative spirit through teaching art classes.
Cancellation Policy
Please note in case of missed class the fee cannot be reimbursed. In case you need to cancel your participation in the course please note that we accept 10 days’ notice in order to reimburse 100% of the amount and we can reimburse only 50% after this date and 0% from the start of the course. Missed workshops cannot be recovered.
