Explore the creative process of acrylic painting and connect with the animal realm!

HOSTED AT THE LEGENDARY HOLLYHOCK RETREAT CENTRE ON CORTES ISLAND, BC

Over seven days of studio time, students will bring a blank canvas through a journey of the painting process, while connecting to animal spirits as subject matter and intuitive inspiration.

Through multiple daily demonstrations and attentive one-on-one support, Autumn Skye will guide students as they work on their own paintings, covering the journey of materials, technique, application, concept, composition, “blocking & bridging”, colour theory, refining, glazing, and finishing.

All painting experience levels welcome,  all painting supplies and tools included!

Participants can expect to explore:

• Acrylic painting techniques

• Blocking, bridging, and glazing

• Animal textures (fur, scales, feathers, skin, eyes)

• How to paint energetic glow, geometries, and “magic”