Painting

Level 1- Analysis of visual reality

Level 2- Interpretation of visual reality

Level 3- Free expression

The course begins by learning to observe visual reality, light, color and composition.

The understanding of color theory (cold and warm colors, primary, secondary and
complimentary colors, etc.) and practice working with a palette give the student
knowledge of different techniques, mediums and materials, how to prepare mounted
canvases, etc.

The learning process continues towards the interpretation of reality, which will allow
the student to later be able to create their own work.

• Composition: static, dynamic and mixed
• Color threory: selection, mixing and use of colors
• Canvas preparation: procedures and techniques
• Painting subjects: still life, urban and natural landscape, portraiture
  and human body (from live model)
• Landscapes (scheduled outings)
• Creation workshop

Painting techniques:

Water-based painting techniques: watercolor, gouache, inks
Painting technique: oil, acrylic, pastel
Collage and material-intergrated painting
“Dry” mural techniques

Integrated techniques (investigation and experimentation of materials)