When
Where
Studio in the Park
The main facility for the Art Guild of Louisiana is the Studio in the Park. This BREC building is located in Cedarcrest Park in Baton Rouge.
More InfoNotes
Maximum of 14 participants.
Workshop Coordinator
Sheila Riso, Email Sheila Riso, 225-216-0826
Larry Downs
Larry Downs is a local award winning artist and instructor who has been teaching art techniques in and around Baton Rouge for over 25 years. Larry is an accomplished artist in several mediums including watercolor, graphite drawing, acrylics, and colored pencil. He teaches multiple art levels from beginner as well as advanced. He has been an instructor for the Art Guild of Louisiana for many years, as well as at LSU in the Lagniappe, Leisure, and OLLI adult programs.
Description
Join us for a lively introduction to acrylic pouring, a contemporary painting technique where liquid acrylic paints are poured onto a surface (watercolor paper and/or Yupo paper) to create flowing, organic abstract patterns. Because the paint moves naturally, every piece is unique and full of surprising color interactions.
In this workshop you will learn:
- How to do a pouring underpainting
- Basic pouring methods
- Tips for selecting color palettes
- Techniques for controlling flow and composition
- Students will create their own poured paintings on watercolor and Yupo paper and leave with finished artwork as well as the knowledge needed to continue experimenting at home.
This class is beginner-friendly and designed for any level artist who enjoys creative exploration – no prior painting experience required.
Supplies
Instructor will provide acrylic paints for this workshop.
Instructor will also provide Yupo paper and watercolor paper for this workshop. But feel free to bring your own favorite watercolor paper.
Students should bring the following supplies:
Brushes:
Nylon/synthetic brush (craft brushes will work)
- ¾ inch Flat
- #6 or #8 Round
- #2 or below Round (rigger or liner)
Other:
- Masonite or other non-porous surface to put your paper on for painting
- Pencil and paper for note taking
- Two water containers (for brush rinsing)
- Paper towel roll