Date: Thursday, March 10th, 2022
Times: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost: $50
Class Description
Let’s explore new paint delivery systems for the purpose of creating random marks and shapes…you’ll discover that what shows up has great value for constructing meaningful content! Inspiring demonstrations will excite you to become more aware of the power and intricacies of value, shape, line and color. You will learn to appreciate your own distinctive creative voice and create a series of uniquely personal paintings.
Supply List
Paints of any kinds
Ink
Oil pastels
Charcoal
Wax
Magazines for collage
Found objects
Glue, scissors…pretty much anything, be creative :)
The Instructor
Jim McGee was born in Philadelphia where his interest in art started at an early age. He received a BFA in Illustration from the University of the Arts in 2001 before moving to Salt Lake City to pursue an MFA in painting from the University of Utah. Jim has been a professional artist for 20 years, exhibiting his work in galleries and museums, as well as receiving numerous commissions, grants, and awards.
In addition to making art, McGee has been teaching art for over 15 years. He has taught drawing and painting at the University of Utah as well as visual arts at Juan Diego Catholic High School, where he also served as department chair and Visual Arts Director.
When he’s not creating art, Jim enjoys traveling, cycling, being outdoors, and Italian cooking. He currently lives in Holladay, Utah with his wife Brooke, and son Louie.