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Paint BIG. Paint FEARLESS. with Samantha daSilva


  • Workshop SLC 153 2100 South South Salt Lake, UT, 84115 United States (map)

Date: Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th, September, 2023

Times: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost: $395 with all supplies included

Level: All Levels


Workshop Description

Stop hiding! See the canvas as an extension of yourself. Embrace large-scale painting using Samantha da Silva's unorthodox painting techniques: Rollers rather than brushes, tables instead of easels, lots of paint and water, canvas manipulation and plaster, salt, sand and wood shavings to create ethereal, textured abstracts.

Play, experiment, have fun! Explore spontaneous creation with emphasis on "no rules!".

Heart-centered discussions will be offered to assist you to let go of fear, silence the inner critic, turn up your intuition & explore your own artistic style in a safe, supportive environment including: 6 Questions to Help You Paint Fearless, Compassionate Critiques, How to tell your painting is finished, and so much more!

Everyone is considered a beginner. No previous artistic experience necessary, just an open mind and an open heart.

http://samanthadasilva.com/


Workshop Outline | 2-days

1. Philosophy

"The process of creation evolves into ideas."

2. Materials Overview

Deep VS Thin profile canvas

Artist VS Student quality paint

3. How to Begin

Set Your intention using healing mantras

Tone your canvas

4. Fearless Abstract Painting Foundational Techniques

Use nature as a starting point

Paint application with a roller

Use water to blend colors

Canvas manipulation

Paper towels to lift & transfer color

5. Texture

Modelling Paste VS Gloss gel

Plaster

Make your own mediums using salt, sand & sawdust

6. Create Depth in Your Paintings

Glazes VS Washes

7. Varnish Like a Pro