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Acrylic Painting: Basic Color and Composition

  • Howard's Art & Frames 1256 Dual Highway Hagerstown, MD, 21740 United States (map)

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In this 3-part, 2 hour per session class, we will look at how paint is used, basic color theory {how do you mix color?}, and how to develop a painting on canvas.

{Not an academic class - Participants will require no previous experience, supplies will be provided to use during class meetings.}  

David will offer demonstration, suggestions,  and assistance throughout the process.

You will leave with a basic composition painted using acrylic paint with various painting mediums used, a color palette of your choosing, on a canvas panel.

Class Dates: Wednesdays, February 11th - February 25th

Times: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Ages: 14-Adult

Registration Fee: $25* (will be applied to cost of class on first day)

Cost: $95 (All Supplies Included)

Duration: 3 weeks

Teacher: David Bottini 

Bio: Bottini studied at RISD, The Maryland Inst., and holds an MFA from The Savannah College of Art & Design. His teaching includes art history, a variety of art studio, color theory, and architectural design courses during his 38-year college and high school teaching career.



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Register online, call or stop in with payment to reserve your spot. (Limited space available.)

10 % OFF Supplies for Howard's Students
When you sign up for a class at Howard's we will provide you with a 10% off card that will be valid through the duration of the class on art supply purchases.

*The registration fee is a non-refundable fee to reserve your space in the class. If you cancel more than a week before class we will refund your registration fee. If the class is cancelled we will refund your registration fee.