Date: Friday July 12th to Sunday July 14th, 2024
Times: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Levels: All Levels
Cost: $625 + 25 supply fee. Payment plans available!
Workshop Description
Welcome to "Beyond Likeness: Mixed Media Portraiture," an exciting art class that invites you to embark on a creative journey into the world of expressive portraiture. This class will challenge you to break away from your conventional perceptions of the human face and explore new dimensions of artistic representation using mixed media techniques with acrylic paint.
What you'll learn
In this innovative art class, we will delve into various prompts and exercises designed to push the boundaries of how we perceive and portray the human face. Unlike traditional portrait drawing classes, "Beyond Likeness" focuses on deconstructing the face and reconstructing it through layers of mixed media, collage, drawing, and painting. Our goal is not to capture the likeness of a particular face but to express the essence and emotions behind the face.
Our class mindset is all about play, exploration, and the discovery of reimagining the face. Together, we'll step out of our comfort zones, leave behind our critical minds, and let action guide us forward.
Join us in this exciting artistic adventure as we break free from conventional notions of likeness and delve into the boundless possibilities of mixed-media portraiture. Let's surprise ourselves and find inspiration in the process of reimagining the portrait.
About the Artist
Stacy Phillips is an experienced mixed media artist based in Salt Lake City, renowned for her vibrant creations and love of exploring materials. As the dedicated Working Artist for Golden Paints in Utah, Stacy brings a wealth of expertise to her workshop participants. A key contributor to an international online art program, she serves as a valuable coach, inspiring fellow artists on their creative journeys. Since 2017, Stacy has been a transformative force in the realm of art education, opening up possibilities through materials, concepts and conversation for her students. Represented by Coda Gallery in Palm Desert and Trove Gallery, Park City for over two decades, Stacy's influence extends far beyond her studio. A testament to her impact, one student fondly recalls, "You are a great teacher, and your class in 2019 has truly changed my practice, opening up new avenues for self-expression." - Jan Hoffman