Enchanted Waters Workshop - Cheap Joes

Negative Painting Acrylic

Linda Kemp Online Art Workshop

Cheap Joes October 16 - 18 , 2024 

Scroll to the very bottom of this page to find the video lessons! The lessons will be available until December 6 and then they will magically disappear.

Thank you for joining us! I hope you had a great experience and learned some new ideas. 

The handbook is yours to keep on your computer. Print the fish template page on standard 8.5 x 11" piece of printer paper.

This link expires on Nov. 7 If you need the download after this date contact Linda.

Click Here for Handbook and Fish Template Downloads

My thanks to Edwina May and Cheap Joe's for hosting this event. 

Come for a visit on my webpage to see lots of other fun animals and birds! 

Linda's website - free download of tips and more!

Negative Painting Addicted

MY Facebook Page

FB Workshop Page where you can post your work

Instagram

Bonus videos plus you will find more tutorials at the bottom of this page!

Test your paints! This is important for acrylic and watercolour paints. If you are not sure if your colours are transparent or opaque, here's a video to help you test your paints. 

 

Do you need help selecting your painting surfaces for the workshop? Here's a tutorial about choosing between canvas, panel and more. This video was made especially for Enchanting Waters Workshop as we paint water lilies and whimsical fish.

 

    Scroll down to the bottom find a copy of my general supply list - this was sent to you before the workshop with your confirmation. Below each project you will also find the specific colours used in the lesson. You do not need to have the exact colours that I work with for success. I'm happy to answer your questions about substitutions. 

    Course Description - is at the bottom of page

    Workshop Daily Painting Projects 

     Day 1

    Start with the basics!

     

    Any small canvas or panel. I will use a 6 x 8" reclaimed canvas.

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    Main Painting Project

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    Any canvas or panel - I will use an 8" x 10" Ampersand Claybord

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    Day 2

    1. Brushstroke techniques exercise  2. Basic water lily exercise  3. Main painting project

    Start with waterlily basics

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    Main painting project - Floating Water Lilies and Ripples

    Extra - compass, ellipse stencil, French curve or large plate or pot lid for making curves. Any small canvas or panel - my choice is 8 x 8" Ampersand Aquaboard

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    Day 3

     Start with a experimental underpainting and simple template

    suggested size: 8" x 8" any gessoed panel or canvas - I will use Claybord. 
     

    Main Painting Project - Koi Fish and Multiple Templates

     

    Here are my colours but go ahead and choose your own favourites for this project. 
    Transparent Red Iron Oxide or any transparent deep orange/red
    Any canvas or panel - mine will be 8 x 8" Claybord
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    Reference Photos

     

     

    Handout - Download these fish by following the link provided at the top of this page, or create your own. Please print an 8.5 x 11" copy of this for Day 3.

    Handout is in the course handbook - but here is a reminder. 

     

     

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    Supplies 

    Also see video above to help you choose a painting surface.

    Bonus Video

    Reclaiming canvas and panels

     

     

    Extra Bonus - Mixing Lights

     

     

    Course Description

    Inspired by Nature - Painting Enchanted Waters in Acrylic
     Explore the captivating art of negative painting with acrylics to depict water lilies and whimsical fish as you join us on a creative voyage into the delightful world of “Inspired by Nature: Painting Enchanted Waters.”

    Water, with its ever-evolving character, possesses a spellbinding quality. When we introduce water lilies, fanciful fish and the warm sparkle of sunlight, true magic takes form. In this workshop you learn how to make fascinating textured underpainting. Then build your painting with minimal details and layer shapes with transparent and opaque acrylics on canvas and panel.
     

    Within this journey, you will master the intricacies of negative painting to reveal delicate petals, glistening leaves, and the dance of light upon the water's surface. These skills will allow you to create an ethereal atmosphere in your artwork.

    In this interactive online program, Linda offers new projects each day, taking you through step-by-step exercises in this engaging workshop. This unique hybrid program blends live instruction with exclusive video demonstrations created for this workshop. You'll have ample time to work on your projects and seek guidance through the process. Access a private workshop webpage, complete with reference photos, a supply list, bonus lessons, and a comprehensive full-colour handbook for download, encompassing all the lessons, tips, and reference materials.

     

    Videos!