In this class, we will focus on the drawing, and then painting, of your personally chosen objects. These might be books, a bowl of fruit, candles, flower vases, musical instruments, cooking utensils or baseballs, etc. We’ll begin by drawing basic shapes and making them 3-dimensional – then placing them in a setting. Next, we’ll transition to painting, while learning about light and shadow, texture and color mixing – as you create your own Still Life.  We’ll also see examples of the Still Life in Art History, (and learn a few tips about drawing them with children.) You’ll walk away with a nice canvas painting of your favorite items.

Supply List:

• Photos of 3 (to 5)) objects that appeal to you – such as fruits, floral, glass or ceramic containers, wooden figures, table covers, etc. Photos should be at least 4”x6”.  (At least one photo should show the objects grouped together.)  If possible, bring 2 of the physical objects, as well.
• Drawing Pencils – 1 standard #2, and 1 Ebony (darker).
• Eraser – white.
• 1 set (of 12) colored pencils, such as Crayola brand.
• Simple sketch pad – 9”x12”.
• Basic Set of acrylic paints -4oz. tubes (standard size.)  2 oz. is also OK.
• Brushes (4) – for acrylics:  Large 1”flat, Medium ½” flat, Medium Filbert, and a Detail Brush. (The brushes should relate in size, to the Still Life objects.)
• Canvas (already stretched and prepared): 11’”x 14”.
• Washable Palette(s) – such as recycled plastic lids, etc.
• Water bowl or container, Paper Towels, and a Container for all the above.

Pamela Ann Quirinale is multi-talented as both artist and musician. Her career as a painter/illustrator and art educator has spanned 40+ years. She has taught in public, private and parochial schools; art centers, historic sites, community college, and at the Rhode Island School of Design. While at RISD she taught drawing, painting, and mixed media classes both in continuing education, and at the Museum of Art. She has won awards in both illustration and mural painting.

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