Gouache with us!

I am gearing up to teach a series of art classes focusing on ONE medium at a time. Each session will include four classes over the course of 2-4 weeks. These classes will be open to any child, teen or adult who has a little 'art in their heart'.

The first session will be March 8th, 15th, 22th and 29th from 4-5:30pm. The cost is $30 per person. There is no limit on the class size and no minimum age...although, you need to be interested in the classes and old enough to constructively participate. All materials, except a cover-up, will be provided.

The first in my series of art classes will be gouache (rhymes with squash). Gouache is a painting technique and it also refers to the type of paint. Gouache is opaque watercolors mixed with gum (but not like the Bubblicious type). "Typical" watercolors are transparent and are mild colors. Gouache still uses water to thin it out, but it acts more like acrylic paint on how it covers. Yet, it has the smooth flow as watercolors and can be very bright. Confused yet?

Gouache is very popular among illustrators. Some gouache work is typically mistaken to be done on a computer because it can be so smooth and even textured. During our four classes I will teach you how to gouache on illustrator board or hot pressed paper. By the fourth class, hopefully you will have had enough practice to feel comfortable with gouache. The goal will be to create a piece or two that you are very proud of.

A fun example of gouache is from the author and illustrator, Chris Van Dusen's work. He uses gouache in almost all of his work. Check it out:

http://www.chrisvandusen.com/

Let me know if you are interested. My number is in the ward list or you can email me at rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com

Thanks,
Rachael