In this course, Richard will help show how gouache can be used as a powerful medium for capturing evocative and atmospheric interpretations of the landscape. A much-misunderstood medium, gouache is perfect for a variety of techniques that help convey a sense of depth and spontaneity. Working from both source material and intuitively, Richard’s techniques focus on placing atmosphere and a sense of place over detail and form.
In this course Richard K. Blades will be exploring the possibilities of using a limited palette to better understand color mixing and its applications in expressive landscape painting. It will help unlock the mysteries of color in a simple but effective process that requires no previous knowledge of color theory. Basing his approach on a three color (plus white) palette, we will be discovering the use of color triads for creating mood and variety within expression.
In this course, we will explore creating mixed media land and seascapes using Oil Pastel, Gouache and mixed media. With a focus on mark making and spontaneity, this is an in depth exploration into loosening up and finding freedom in combining media. Great for sketchbook work and development but equally useful for creating larger works.
Lecture Recording: Available to watch through Penn Studio School of Art
In this lecture, Richard K Blades explores how inspiration and influence are integral to shaping style. Drawing ideas from his own work and creative journey, along with looking at other Artists, this lecture is both practical and informative. From writing about creative practice to developing synchronicity between Art and ideas, Richard aims to give artists the tools to create a holistic view of their work and vision.
This course will explore the work, colour palette and techniques of John Constable and how we can translate these into a contemporary painting practice, with modern materials and methods.
With a focus on the dynamic and expressive Oil sketches of Constable, the course will look at the importance of looseness and mark making in landscape painting and how we are able to see and approach both studio and en plein air painting.
This is a live 4 hour workshop via Zoom. It will be recorded in its entirety so no problems if you are unable to make the live session.
Great for beginners and those with a little more experience. In this workshop we will be exploring the possibilities of Gouache. One of the most versatile and beautiful of all paint mediums.
This course will explore the work, color palette and techniques of JMW Turner and how we can translate these into a contemporary painting practice, with modern materials and methods. With a focus on the atmospheric landscapes of Turner’s late work, the course will look at the importance of abstraction in landscape painting and how we create atmosphere and depth.
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In these workshops, Richard will teach his approach to painting, from mark making and colour mixing to how to capture atmosphere, texture and light in Oil paint. Expressive and dynamic, this workshop will give you the opportunity to approach painting in a new way, learning skills that will break down some of the difficulties of capturing the essence of the sky and sea.
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With a focus on land and seascape painting, the workshop is great for both beginners and those with a little more practice. In it, there will be plenty of demonstrations in which we will focus on colour mixing, application and how to use gouache to create atmosphere and energy.
