Learn how to stretch your imagination and create interesting compositions, how to mix and blend paint colors, and different ways to make captivating artwork. Both Oil and Acrylic painting techniques will be taught. This class meets 4 times. ALL levels are welcome.

What is Pop Surrealism? “Pop surrealism, also known as the lowbrow art movement, is a contemporary art movement that emerged from the Los Angeles underground scene in the late 1960s. It combines the imaginative and often bizarre elements of Surrealism with the imagery and themes of Pop culture, including underground comix, punk music, hot-rod culture, and graffiti. The style is characterized by a skilled, satirical sense of humor and accessible, unconventional themes that critique contemporary society. “

What you will learn:

Some of the amazing artists we will reference are Mark Ryden, Marion Peck, Dilka_bear, and Todd Schorr.

• Learn about art history and historical art influences while creating unique drawings and paintings.

• Learn about Brushwork and Blending Techniques.

• Learn Glazing techniques. 

• Edge control- and why it is so important.

• How to create inspiring compositions and more!

Small classes for better learning experiences in a boutique creative space.

Supply List Provided. Supply List emailed upon registration. (Class limit 6 people.)
The course can be repeated with new skill-building projects for returning students.

Sponsored by Ampersand Art Supply.

Free and easy Parking.

CHOOSE DAY OR EVENING SECTION:

Tuesdays: April 14, 21, 28, and May 5.

Day Class: 12 -2:30 PM / 4 sessions.
Evening Class: 6-8:30 PM/ 4 sessions.

Leslie’s Teaching Creds: taught Painting: Oil, Acrylic, and Encaustic Classes at U.T. Austin, Contemporary Life Drawing and Painting, Dynamic Mixed Media, and Encaustic Art for The Austin Museum of Art’s Art School at Laguna Gloria, and founded and hosted Austin Full Monty Open Painting and Drawing Sessions for the Austin Visual Arts Association. Leslie holds a B.F.A. in Fine Arts from The University of Texas at Austin and an A.A.S. in Video Game Art from A.C.C.
She serves as Co-Chair of Exhibitions on the Board of Directors of The San Diego Museum of Art Artists Guild.
Leslie Pierce is the lead on the upcoming The Art of Now- Pushing Boundaries Exhibition taking place in June at Union Hall Gallery. email for info at: theartofnowexhibition@gmail.com