The challenge of portraying the human figure in a sensitive and perceptive way has long been of vital concern in the training and practice of the traditional painter. In this workshop we will cover the classical approach to figure painting from start to finish as we study in depth two masterworks of the genre. In the preliminary stage we will develop full underpaintings in monochrome to accurately establish the proportions and pose of the figures with a carefully observed foundation of value and shape. The successive layers will focus on seeing and mixing nuanced colors to capture the subtle and wide variety of skin tones from the rich shadows and ruddy midtones to the creamy lights and pearlescent highlights.
When: Friday, December 16th 10:00 am - 4:00pm (with a 1/2 hr break for lunch)
Where: James Hempel Fine Arts
133 W. Pittsburgh Ave. Studio 503
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Class fee: $50
*A materials list will be sent to those who sign up
James Hempel jwhempel@hotmail.com
James Hempel jwhempel@hotmail.com