Grant Fuller's
workshop
in September consists of plein air painting in watercolour with on site
demonstration.
What to include, what to leave out? Solutions to these age old questions
will be provided in simple, basic terms.
This means that even beginners can enjoy the experience. If weather
prevents us from working outdoors, we will work in the studio from photo
reference provided, and step by step demonstration.
Either way, this will be a relaxed but informative time. We will learn
how to paint water, rocks, trees, clouds, driftwood and most things
found in local seascapes.
Here is a quote from an email just received from Grant's 2008 workshop:
Quadra was my first workshop and
I was soooo nervous! You all made it an experience that I will cherish
forever! So wonderful to spend a week with like minded and enthusiastic
“artists‘’ !! J
I am looking forward to
another workshop but fear I have been spoiled by the superb instruction,
awesome hosts, accommodation and food, and wonderful fellow students! I can’t
imagine ever having such an inspirational, productive week with such an
incredibly perfect mix of personalities again…
Leanne, Nanaimo BC
Time:
9:00 AM-
4:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Price
:
$595 includes 5 days instruction, delicious
lunches, unlimited studio time
We have
some easels, tables, paper towels, plastic containers, etc you are welcome to
use. We like to go out together for dinner on Thursday night as a group.
Deposit:
$250 non-refundable
MasterCard and VISA accepted
email
Nanci to reserve or call toll free (877) 285-3390
Biography: Grant Fuller was born in Winnipeg in
1943 and has lived in British Columbia since 1945. Grant has an
extensive career as a commercial artist. He has taught painting
since 1985. Grant enjoys painting architectural images as well as
cityscapes, seascapes and figure work. Along with sample paintings,
Grant generously provides a series of painting lessons on his
website. North Light Books has recently published his first
instruction book titled "Watercolor A to Z".
Materials
I am currently using artist quality M.Graham pigments in
my main pallet. These are highly concentrated paints that do not dry out and
crack in the pallet. The colours I have are: Phthalocyanine Blue,
Ultramarine Blue, Dioxazine Purple, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Red Light,
Phthalocyanine Green, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Quinacridone Rose.
My second pallet consists of these pigments which I have been using for
years and are quite acceptable. This is not a compulsory list, you are welcome to your own preferences.
Cotman is a less expensive "Student Quality" grade made by Winsor Newton.
Winsor Newton refers to "Artist Quality".
Dioxanine Violet (Cotman)
Intense Green (Cotman)
Cobalt Blue (Winsor Newton)
Ultramarine Blue (Cotman)
Intense Blue (Cotman- this colour is also known as Phthalo Blue and
Winsor Blue)
Raw Sienna (Cotman)
Cadmium Yellow (Winsor Newton)
Cadmium Orange (Winsor Newton)
Cadmium Red Light (Winsor Newton)
Permanent Rose (Cotman)
Burnt Sienna (Cotman)
Raw Sienna (Cotman)
Paper
I use 100% cotton (rag) paper, cold pressed (medium surface texture).
Winsor Newton 140 lb., or Arches 140 lb. (stretched) or T.H.Saunders 200
lb.(not stretched)
Sundry Items
HB (no. 2 or office pencils are fine) .07 mechanical pencils are my
current preference. Kneaded eraser, paper towels, water container, masking
tape, snap off cutter and a pair of pliers.
