Acrylic Painting: Thin to Thick Technique -May

Spend a full day exploring texture and contrast in Acrylic Painting: Thin to Thick Technique, an all day abstract painting workshop at Tri Arts Project in Castle Rock. Open to beginner to intermediate artists ages sixteen and up, this class focuses on using thin and thick acrylic applications to create depth and dimension.

Instructor Erma Jean Woodis demonstrates how fluid acrylic paints and acrylic gels work together to produce a wide range of visual effects. You will learn how thin layers can create soft, watercolor like passages while thicker applications build bold texture and structure. The workshop balances demonstration with guided practice, allowing you to experiment while completing a finished abstract painting. All supplies are included.

What You Will Learn in This Acrylic Painting Workshop

This workshop focuses on understanding how paint viscosity, layering, and tools influence texture and composition in abstract art.

Creating Texture with Acrylic Gels

Learn how to use acrylic gels and thicker paint applications to build raised, sculptural surfaces.

Glazing and Transparent Washes

Practice applying thin layers and glazes to add subtle color variation and depth.

Abstract Composition Using Contrast

Explore ways to organize an abstract painting by balancing areas of texture, movement, and color.

Using Fluid Acrylic Paints

Understand how low viscosity acrylics support thin applications and complement thicker layers.

What Participants Should Bring

Wear comfortable clothing that may get paint on it or bring an apron. All materials and supplies are provided. Waivers are required.

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