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Express Yourself: Abstract Emotions in Acrylic Painting
Tarra Lu
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In this 6-week self-paced class, learners will learn about abstract expressionism and how artists use five different mark-making techniques in abstract art to express emotions.
Class experience
This class is catered to learners who are interested in learning the basics of making abstract art. Learners will explore how past and contemporary abstract expressionist artists use mark-making within their paintings. We will also learn what emotions are conveyed with different mark-makings. Learners will complete six abstract paintings using different mark-making techniques. Students will first learn a brief history of the abstract expressionist movement. Each week, we will look...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Chaos/Energetic Lines Mark-MakingIn this lesson, we will explore the emotions associated with chaotic and energetic lines and brushstrokes in mark-making. Additionally, you will receive a brief introduction to Abstract Expressionism, an overview of artists' work, and I will demonstrate my approach to capturing the chaos and energy in abstract art through mark-making.Week 2Lesson 2Organic Lines and Forms Mark-MakingIn today's lesson, we're going to explore how emotions connect with organic lines and forms we create through mark-making in abstract art. I'll show you some examples of this type of mark-making and do a demonstration to help you grasp the concept.Week 3Lesson 3Falling Dots/Pattern Play Mark-MakingIn this lesson, we'll discuss how feelings are tied to the falling dots or patterns we create through mark-making in abstract art. I'll share some examples of this type of mark-making and then demonstrate it for you.Week 4Lesson 4Peaceful, Profound (Horizontal & Vertical Lines)In today's lesson, we'll explore the emotions linked with horizontal and vertical lines and brushstrokes in abstract art. I'll provide examples of this mark-making and demonstrate it for you to better understand.Week 5Lesson 5Circles and Overlapping Orbs Mark-MakingIn this lesson, we'll discuss the emotions tied to circles and overlapping orbs in abstract art. I'll share examples of this mark-making and then demonstrate it for you.Week 6Lesson 6Combining MarksIn this lesson, we'll explore various artists' works to observe how they blend different mark-making techniques. Additionally, I'll conduct a demonstration to illustrate how you can combine various mark-making methods to create a distinctive painting of your own.
Students will explore color theory, color psychology, and basic composition while making an abstract piece. They will be able to finish six paintings while discovering their artistic style.
Homework Offered
Learners will post their paintings in the classroom.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollment9x12 or 11x14 canvas or mixed-media paper Acrylic paint: Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black (A detailed list will be provided in the packet) Large/Medium Flat Brushes; Small Round Brush; Extra Small Detail Brush, Small Flat Brush Masking Tape Palette tray or paper plate Cup of water Paper Towel or rag
Hello! I'm Ms. Tarra, an artist, homeschooling mom, and certified Therapeutic Art Life Coach. With over 10 years of teaching experience, I've embraced diverse subjects. Holdings include a TESOL certification and a Bachelor's degree in Legal...
Self-Paced Class
$15
weekly or $90 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher feedback
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Ages: 13-18
