Color Technique: Painting and Drawing with Alcohol-Based Inks

This comprehensive course is designed to provide guidance in the art of painting and drawing using alcohol-based inks on synthetic paper. Throughout the course, students will master the art of curating a foundational color palette using inks, and explore the intricacies of crafting ink paintings of still life subjects. The instruction and student practice will encompass a spectrum of skills, including the delicate balance of diluted washes and the precision of colored marker drawing.

Guided by an experienced instructor, participants will not only receive hands-on experience but also benefit from insightful demonstrations that cover the breadth of techniques mentioned above. The course goes beyond technique, fostering a deep understanding of fundamental concepts such as color contrast, color value, perspective, and compositional design.

The learning experience is further enriched through a dynamic blend of both group and personalized one-on-one instruction, ensuring that every student’s artistic practice is nurtured and cultivated. By the end of the course, participants will have not only acquired proficiency in alcohol-based ink techniques but also gained a newfound appreciation for the intricate interplay of colors and artistic composition.

Friday Instruction: November 3, 10, 17, 24, and December 1

Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Brett Douglas Davis

Class Duration: 5 sessions, 2 hours each (10 hours total)

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Location:  New Wing, Glass Studio

Ages: 16 and above

Class Limit: 6 to 20

Class Fee: $325

Registration Closing: October 27

Seats are limited and booked on a first-come, first-reserve basis. Besides an auto-generated email receipt, you will receive a confirmation email from the Director of Education and Artist Services, Pamela Weichmann. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 856.825.6800 ext. 112 or by emailing pweichmann@wheatonarts.org.

CANCELATION POLICY: Refunds are eligible up to one week before the beginning of the workshop. After this time, workshop fees are non-refundable. WheatonArts reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to minimum enrollment. If cancellation occurs, WheatonArts will refund all workshop fees. A $25 fee is charged to those who do not show up for their appointment. We require 24 hours’ notice to cancel an appointment; otherwise, it will be considered a no-show, except in the case of illness. Are you feeling unwell or showing symptoms of COVID-19? Please stay home. Appointments can be rescheduled by phone or email.