Workshop Dates

4 Sundays: October 5, 12, 19 & 26
3 to 5:30pm
plus: an optional additional ½ hour of independent work time until 6pm each session.

Location
the new studio and community space of my friend, the wonderful illustrator, Wendy MacNaughton (in Emeryville, at the Berkeley / Oakland border). Address provided upon registration

limited to 10 participants (4 spaces left)

About the Workshop

This workshop was designed as a “Part 2” for people who have taken my introductory color theory class, or the equivalent, as an opportunity to continue to experiment with a range of nuanced color themes and motifs. During the class, each participant will create a small series of hand-painted cut paper collage studies using unique palettes, color contrasts, and color harmonies that emerge from paint-mixing prompts rooted in color theory principals.

In addition to suggested exercises, everyone will create their own visual library of color references to work with as the basis for collages that emerge from individual preferences and findings. If desired, participants can develop studies for projects that will be completed in a larger format or in different mediums, for example: as a planning phase for a body of ceramics, a quilt, a set of paintings, etc.

Open to practicing artists, craftspeople, designers, and general color enthusiasts alike. The only “pre-req” for this class is a solid foundation in color mixing and basic color theory. I recommend taking Experiments in Color (my basic color theory class) first if you’re new or returning to color studies after a break.

On Materials:

For this class, we will primarily work with traditional gouache to hand-mix colors for a series of paper collages. Other mediums can be used if desired! Participants bring their own paint, brushes, mixing palettes, some paper and scissors. Other collage materials will be provided. A link to the materials list with specific details will be emailed after sign up.

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A portion of spaces are available at a reduced rate for BIPOC and / or LGBTQ artists, or for those who work in the public sector. Please contact me for info.

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Lena Wolff has taught color studies at Pixar Animation Studios, Kala Art Institute, Disney Animation Studios, and independently in her studio in Berkeley, California for over a decade.