Abstract Cow Painting Techniques - Time To Loosen Up

Discover Your Artistic Voice: Abstract Cow Painting Techniques

This course provides a clear, step-by-step method for creating captivating abstract cow paintings. Learn to develop your own unique approach and unlock your creative potential, regardless of your skill level.

What You'll Learn:

• Developing Your Approach: Master the fundamentals of abstract art, including the importance of angles, compelling design ideas, and techniques to loosen up your painting style.
• Acrylic & Collage Techniques: A complete, easy-to-follow step-by-step demonstration using acrylic paints and collage to add texture and dimension.
• Acrylic & Crayon Exploration: Another comprehensive step-by-step guide using acrylics combined with crayon for a unique and expressive effect.

Who is this course for?

This class is perfect for anyone who loves painting animals and desires to explore expressive art. Whether you're a beginner artist or an advanced painter, you'll find a wealth of ideas and techniques to inspire your abstract cow painting journey. If you're looking for a refreshing change from traditional animal portraits, this course is for you!

Suggested Materials:

• Papers/Surfaces:
  • 2 - 18" x 24" 90 lb. drawing paper
  • 3 - 22” x 30” watercolor paper 140 lb. cold press
• Acrylic Paints:
  • Heavy body acrylics in colors like Ultramarine blue, Alizarin crimson, Cadmium orange, Green gold, Yellow oxide, Raw umber, Titanium white (use your favorites!)
• Brushes:
  • Large round, Medium Fan, Small round, Large Outliner, Small outliner
• Other:
  • Compressed charcoal or graphite
  • Reservoir(s) for water
• Collaging:
  • Pattern papers, old magazines, grocery bags, or any interesting paper for collage.
  • Mod Podge or any glue for adhering paper to your surface.

What Students Are Saying:

"Loved this class. Great style and I can't wait to try it myself. Also excellent advice on working with your subject to get to know it better and to play with the shapes and aspects that interest you most. LOVE LOVE LOVED this." - Karina J.

"Love everything about this class! So refreshing after spending time doing photo realistic animal portraits. I needed this to bring back the fun in art. Can’t wait to play in my paints again. Thank you for the inspiration. I’m a fan !" - L. Green