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Painting from Photographs


Learn the gridding method to transfer and transform reference photos into dynamic paintings


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Photographs provide great reference material and inspiration for making paintings. This workshop will begin with an overview of how artists incorporated photography into their painting process and this will be followed up with multiple related exercises. The instructor will guide participants through the practice of gridding out an image and transferring it to a painting surface. From there, participants will learn how to develop the image with paint, with a focus on capturing photographic qualities of the reference photo. This workshop will open your mind to new possibilities for using photographs as a point of departure in your work. Some painting experience recommended. See supply list. SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 10AM - 4:30PM(PCT) IN-PERSON


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  • 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7, Canada

    (250) 380-3500

    info@vancouverislandschoolart.com

UpcomingJan 30, 2027 - Jan 31, 2027
150 Canadian dollars

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James Letkeman

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