Abstract painting with Solenn Carriou

Location: The National Gallery Education Centre

Term: April 25th – June 6th ( 7 sessions)

Day: Every Thursday Morning

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fees: $153 ($170 non members)

Single drop-in session (no beginners): $30 ($27 members)

Class limited to 10 students

Abstract painting is a style of painting that fools many people into believing that the creative process behind it is simple. However, the most challenging aspect of painting an abstract image is to create depth and visual tension through unusual effects, without losing the interest of the viewer or disturbing the balance of the overall composition. The best introduction to this process is an abstract studio, where you can be as messy as you want using the different techniques of mixed media and where you can observe the sometimes unexpected results obtained by other students.

Ms Carriou will introduce students to a selection of media and tools that create different textures, such as gels, paste, industrial paint and sand. These materials and visuals will be provided to encourage students to explore mediums and develop a sense of composition and balance in the distribution of colours, textures and forms. Occasionally, videos introducing abstract artists and mouvements will be shown to complement the exploration of this style of painting.

This course is for beginners to intermediate painters (no complete beginners in drop-in sessions please).

A French national, Solenn Carriou is the daughter of a well-established French painter; she was, therefore, effectively born with a paintbrush in her hand. She has attended numerous art courses in the United States, culminating in the studio of Canadian artist Lydia Panart at the Avenue Road Art School of Toronto, where she learned the various techniques of Abstract Painting.

Comments from students in previous classes by Solenn Carriou:

“Solenn is a great teacher, we are learning so much about NEW materials. Great! Love it!” Cindy Culbert

Classes/Workshop Refund Policy

In the event a student chooses to withdraw after registering for a class or a workshop, a 75% tuition refund will be granted when a student submits a “Request for Refund” by email: [email protected]  or in person at least five (5) business days before the start date of the workshop. No refunds will be given within four (4) business days of a class or a workshop. Refunds are by check or NG credit, only. Materials fees are not refundable.

Classes/Workshop Cancellation Policy

Classes/Workshops are subject to cancellation. In the event of cancellation by the National Gallery, registered students will receive a 100% tuition refund. Classes/Workshops may be cancelled on short notice. No refunds are given for travel expenses due to cancellations or schedule changes.

Admission to our classes/workshops is on a first come, first serve basis. Admission will not be in excess of our studio capacity and therefore a waiting list will be generated. Tickets cannot be reserved and are not guaranteed and are subject to change.