Pinecones -n- Berries Date:Wednesday, October 18, 2006 Time: 5:45p-8:45p (3-hour class) Cost: $25 + supplies

Michael’s, EAST 3040 Powers Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80922 622-9521 Click Here for Map

Class Syllabus

• “Brush Up” (review proper brush care)
• Learn how to properly use and load flat brushes, scriptliner, and the scruffy brush
• A primer on the angular brush
• Explore project ideas
• Learn the strokes to paint branches, pinecones and holly berries
• Learn to paint a variety of pine needles styles
• Learn to paint simple snow clumps
• Learn the spattering/flecking technique
• Paint project as time permits

Pre-Class Prep:

• Purchase all the supplies before class
• With your paid registration, Michael’s would like to offer you 10% off your class supplies

VERY IMPORTANT: Basecoat Surface (call me with any questions-659-1581)

1. In order to complete the project in class, basecoating the surface in advance is very important.

2. Basecoat terra cotta pot using ¾” flat brush and apply at least two coats using Warm White. Allow each coat to dry before applying the next. NOTE: If your coats are thin, you may need a third coat to achieve opaque coverage.

Supply List:

SUGGESTED SURFACE:

• 6" terra cotta pot or surface of your choice.

BRUSHES:

• 1059 Plaid One Stroke Value Pack Brushes (best value) For this project we will be using ¾” and #12, #8 & #6 flat brushes, #2 scriptliner, and small scruffy
• OPTIONAL: 3/8" angular brush

PLADI FOLK ART PAINTS:

• Warm White
• Burnt Umber
• Thicket
• Berry Wine
• Engine Red
• Sunflower
• Inca Gold (Metallic)

MEDIUMS & OTHER TOOLS:

• 868 Folk Art Floating Medium
• 1060 One Stroke Brush Basin or any brush basin

BASIC SUPPLIES FROM HOME:

• Class registration receipt
• Paper and pencil for note taking
• Paper towels
• 5-10 Styrofoam plates–undivided and not paper
• Apron or similar, to protect clothing from splatters (optional, but highly recommended)