Master the Art of Tonal Drawing and Alla Prima Painting with Vadim Zang
Join renowned artist Vadim Zang for an immersive painting workshop designed for students of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to develop a solid foundation or an experienced painter eager to refine your technique, this class offers invaluable insights into the academic fundamentals of Alla Prima painting.
What You’ll Learn:
- The essentials of the Alla Prima technique, where paintings are completed in one session.
- How to utilize the Zorn palette, a limited yet powerful color scheme used by master artists.
- The fundamentals of tonal drawing, providing a strong base for your art journey.
- Step-by-step demonstrations by Vadim Zang, along with personalized feedback on your work.
- Exploration of various subject matters, including landscapes, portraits, figures, and master studies in tonal drawing and Alla Prima painting.
What is Tonal Drawing?
Tonal drawing emphasizes interpreting an image through shapes and values rather than lines, training artists to see and simplify forms into their essential shapes. By focusing on big shapes first and refining details later, students develop a stronger sense of composition and volume. This approach encourages thinking in terms of tonal relationships, allowing the drawing to serve as a foundational tonal solution for any composition. Since painting is ultimately an arrangement of large shapes, tonal drawing acts as a crucial bridge, helping artists transition seamlessly from drawing to painting with a solid understanding of form and light.
What is Alla Prima?
Alla Prima, an Italian term meaning “all at once,” is a painting technique where the artwork is completed in a single session. Characterized by its wet-on-wet approach, it requires artists to make decisive, expressive brushstrokes, capturing the essence of the subject in one continuous flow. This method emphasizes spontaneity, boldness, and a direct response to light and form, making it a dynamic and efficient way to paint.
Class Details:
- 4 hours per session
- Open to students of all levels
- 1-3 students per session
- Available in-person or on zoom
Pricing:
- First/Trial class: $100
- Single class: $120
- Five-class package: $550
- Ten-class package: $1000
Why Take This Workshop?
- Gain a deep understanding of academic art principles that can be applied to various artistic styles.
- Build a strong foundation in constructive drawing by learning to break down complex forms into essential shapes, improving accuracy, structure, and composition in your artwork.
- Develop confidence in direct painting methods that capture the essence of a subject.
- Learn from a master artist with years of experience in both traditional and contemporary painting methods.
- Enjoy a supportive and interactive learning environment with hands-on practice and feedback.
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your skills and take your art to the next level. Sign up today!
Phone: (213) 280-9629
Email: VadimFineArt@gmail.com
Location
3249 Casitas Ave #209
Los Angeles, CA 90039
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