Pete Monaghan – Collage to Distraction Workshop

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Collage to Distraction Workshop

In this immersive three workshop we will look at ways of moving away from a direct representation towards abstraction, without ever actually arriving in pure abstraction. We will learn some unusual drawing techniques along with ways of collaging to distract and detract from the obvious; helping us to create paintings with more depth and sophistication. The barns, farmsteads and local buildings will serve as our subject matter.

To initiate fresh ideas we will be working in acrylic on board or canvas using corrugated cardboard, takeaway coffee cups, newsprint, bubble wrap, maps and a plethora of other everyday materials that will take our work on unexpected tangents.

Key Information

• Suitable for: intermediate
• Timings: 3-Day masterclass from 10am – 4.30pm
• Catering: A light lunch and refreshments will be provided each day.  Please specify any dietary requirements at time of booking.
• Venue: The Waldron Gallery & Studio, TN21 0RA
• List of MaterialsWater-soluble crayon or water-soluble graphite:CaranD’ache Neocolor II orDerwent Intense sticks or pencils, or similar)!!Paper, heavy weight, smooth cartridge (220gram), size A2 or similar

  Quantity 4 sheets minimum.

  Brushes, flat brushes with nylon bristles (2cm up to 10cm wide)

  Palette knife or plastic shapers (an old credit card works well).

  Acrylic paints -good quality.

  Acrylic gel or modelling paste (for sticking collage).

  Craft knife and scissors

  Printing roller (Brayer)

  Possible Items to collage (Old maps, newspapers, cardboard, takeaway coffee cups).

  Optional: MDF or plywood panels or canvases, minimum 3 same size and format