In the painting courses of VivArte, there are personalized lesson plans for beginners, but also workshops where the subject matter concerns those who already have some previous experience (advanced).
With the help of specialized teachers, the participants develop their own character. From the first meetings they learn the techniques, they are introduced to aesthetics and composition in order to then penetrate the world of concepts and semiotics. They are freed from the myth of “talent” that blocks their creativity.
Classes are also taught in four other languages (English, French, Spanish and Catalan) under the supervision of Spanish painter Sandra Pons Carreras.
“Because painting is a means of communication first with ourselves and then with others. A means of expressing ideas and feelings.”
Art is a lie that helps us discover the truth.
Pablo Picasso, 1881-1973, Spanish painter.
FREEHAND DRAWING
A study in light and shadows
Trough drawing, the participants experience a mental and spiritual act. It is the basis of the arts and prevails in all fields of the fine arts.
Themes: Still life, Portrait, Body – bust, Natural and Urban Landscape
Materials: PENCIL, COAL, SANGUINE, INDIAN INK
Every child is an artist. The real issue is how to remain an artist growing up.
Pablo Picasso, 1881-1973, Spanish painter.
COLOUR
Its power in composition
Introduction to Colour, Surface, Space. Different elementary languages of expression constitute a composition, where harmony, rhythm and intensity describe the subjective or objective profile of the artist. Techniques and materials are elements of personal expression.
Themes: Still life, Portrait, Body – bust, Natural and Urban Landscape, abstract
Materials: TEMPERA (GOUACHE), SOFT PASTEL, OIL PASTEL, WATERCOLOUR, OIL, ACRYLIC
Painting is very easy when you don’t know how to paint and very hard when you do.
Edgar Dega, 1834-1917, French painter & sculptor.
SKETCH – DRAFT
The search of the idea
A draft is a quick drawing that depicts an image or an idea, sometimes readable only by the artist. It is defined by the basic lines and should be done in a short time. It focuses on spontaneity, immediacy and the movement and expression of the line.
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
Edgar Dega, 1834-1917, French painter & sculptor.
MIXED TECHNIQUES
Combination of materials
Collage. Composition with various materials. Anaglyphs on paintings.
Art cleanses the soul from the dust of everyday life.
Pablo Picasso, 1881-1973, Spanish painter.