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The Art of Acrylic with Ernie Ross

  • Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley 21 West Main Street Pulaski, VA, 24301 United States (map)

The Art of Acrylic with Ernie Ross

Discover the beauty of acrylic painting in this dynamic workshop led by artist Ernie Ross. Designed for all levels, from beginners to intermediate painters, this class will guide you through foundational skills while allowing more experienced students to refine their techniques and receive personalized coaching.

Workshop Overview:
This workshop offers a blend of structured learning and hands-on exploration, catering to individual skill levels. Beginners will learn step-by-step techniques to build a strong foundation, while intermediate painters will focus on enhancing their style and tackling more complex compositions with one-on-one guidance from Ernie.

Members: $115 | Non-members: $144
Time: Saturdays, Jan. 4 - Feb. 8, 2025
Location: Pulaski | Ages: 13+

Class Activities:

  • Color Mixing and Brush Techniques:
    Learn to mix primary and secondary colors to create your palette and apply these to paper or canvas. Discover proper brush techniques, water usage, and layering methods.

  • Beginner-Friendly Projects:
    Beginners will work on approachable subjects like flowers, trees, and sunsets, progressing to more detailed scenes like mountains or waterfalls.

  • Personalized Guidance for Intermediate Painters:
    Intermediate students will receive individual attention to refine their style, explore advanced techniques such as shadowing and texturing, and bring their creative ideas to life.

Develop Your Style:
While Ernie demonstrates key techniques, students are encouraged to interpret subjects creatively, developing their own artistic voice.

Materials List:

  • Canvas panels (first one provided for free)

Synthetic brushes for oil or acrylic

  • Flat brush, (1 in.)

  • Medium Rounch Brush (1 in. tall)

  • Liner brush ( ½ in. long tip)

  • Any other brushes you would like to bring

Acrylic paint selections

  • Paint provided

  • Any other paint you would like to bring