2024 Workshops
Alla Prima Portrait Painting in Oil
A Journey through Styles
Tutor : ZIN LIM
Date: Friday Sep 6th to September 8th, 2024 (3 Days)Time : 10am - 4pmPrice: $1200 AUD incl gst
Venue : Atelier Melbourne Art Academy, Oakleigh, Melbourne. Embrace the Vibrancy of Expressive Portrait Painting!
Dive into the dynamic and spontaneous world of Alla Prima painting with our transformative workshop, designed to free you from the meticulous constraints of traditional portrait painting. Under the expert guidance of renowned artist Zin Lim, this workshop welcomes artists of every skill level to explore the fascinating process of crafting vivid, expressive portraits imbued with a unique personal essence.
Workshop Breakdown:
Day 1: Dive into the realm of Classic portraiture, where the elegance of traditional techniques meets the vibrancy of modern expression.
Day 2: Experience the fluidity and charm of the Impressionist style, focusing on the play of light and color.
Day 3: Unleash your creativity with the bold and emotive strokes of Expressionism, capturing the raw essence of your subject.
What You Will Gain:
In-Depth Exploration: Master the core principles of portrait painting, from understanding proportion and gesture to unraveling complex value systems.
Creative Process: Learn the art of creating captivating brush marks, choosing a harmonious yet striking color palette, and designing compositions that speak volumes of your artistic identity.
Hands-On Experience: Bring your visions to life with direct guidance as you paint three Alla Prima portraits based on carefully selected photo references. Through expressive techniques and detailed stage breakdowns, you’ll witness your portraits come alive with emotion and depth.
Why This Workshop Is Unmissable:
Expert Guidance: Zin Lim brings his extensive experience and nuanced understanding of expressive portraiture to lead you on this artistic voyage.
Skill Enhancement: Tailored to accommodate and challenge artists at all levels, this workshop is a golden opportunity to refine your skills or develop a new, vibrant style.
Unique Learning Opportunity: This workshop is more than a learning experience; it’s a chance to transform your artistic perspective and technique under the mentorship of a master artist.
Embark on this enriching journey to expand your portrait painting skills beyond boundaries. Secure your spot today and step into a world where each brush stroke brings you closer to mastering the art of expressive portraiture.
Testimonials
"I enjoyed it. I'm frankly very tired of doing hyper-realistic drawings - it's just not that relaxing. I think I will stick with the expressive figure drawing for a while and see if I can improve. I would be very interested in taking another class, especially expressive portraits." - Michael M.
"Thank you so much for teaching this class! The majority of my drawing classes in the past have focused very much on representative. Getting to learn more expressive techniques and getting to learn from you has been so enlightening and just truly a joy. I really appreciate your time and the thoughtfulness you put into this course. - Katie K.
"This was amazing, I learned so much. Most of all, that drawing in this way is much more a state of mind than I realised. Thank you Zin!” - Nathan A.
Note:
Fees will not be refundable upon students cancellation. However they could be transferred to other workshops or studies in AMAA. Fees will be 100% refundable if AMAA cancels the workshop.
Instructor: Zin Lim
"In my journey as a graduate student at the Academy of Art in San Francisco, delving into charcoal drawing was a pivotal moment amidst my studies in 3D animation. This foundational class offered a stark contrast to the digital-focused curriculum of my major, bringing an unparalleled sense of joy and liberation that only the tactile experience of drawing on paper could provide. My affinity for charcoal drawing deepened with each stroke”.
Charcoal drawing, with its inherent unpredictability and the acceptance of accidental effects, became a captivating process for me. It demands a harmonious dance with spontaneity, where each mark contributes to the artwork's essence. This medium, teetering between drawing and painting, taps into an emotional and primal aspect of creation, fueled by the rudimentary nature of its wood-burned material. This profound connection to charcoal not only enriched my artistic vocabulary but also instilled a deeper appreciation for the emotive power of simple materials. Embark on an expressive journey that promises not just to enhance your skills but to redefine your relationship with art. Zin Lim's workshop is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of expressive charcoal drawing, where each mark on the paper is a reflection of your inner self. Reserve your spot now and start on a path to discovering your unique artistic voice.
Portrait Painting Workshop (10 DAYS)
Tutor : Troy Argyros
Date: Friday August 12th to August 23rd , 2024 (10 Week Days)Session 1 : 9am - 12noon * SOLD OUT *Session 2 : 1pm - 4pm * 3 spots left *
Price: $2250 AUD per session (Paint & Materials not included)
Venue : Atelier Melbourne Art Academy, Oakleigh, Melbourne. Join Florence Academy of Art graduate and recent student of Charles H. Cecil Studios, Troy Argyros, for a two-week portrait painting workshop, working from life and to the scale of life under natural light. In a small group of just 5 per class, Troy will sensitively guide students through the process of creating a realistic oil portrait from life using the sight size method, capturing the visual impression of the sitter with fluidity and grace. Troy will be painting too, so students can see the process demonstrated from start to finish in real time. What students can expect to leave the workshop with is practical knowledge on :
• How to set up a portrait from life in sight size
• How to block in with paint
• How to use a painting medium to add fluidity and fusion to their drawing expression
• Palette organisation, colours and mixing, flesh tones
• How to prepare a painting at the end of a session for the next day
• What to prioritise at each stage
• How to apply and adjust paint on the canvas
• Methods for correcting mistakes independently
• Finishing
Students will get two in-depth critiques on their work per day, and any additional questions answered during the model breaks.
Note:
Fees will not be refundable upon students cancellation. However they could be transferred to other workshops or studies in AMAA. Fees will be 100% refundable if AMAA cancels the workshop.
Still Life Workshop
SOLD OUT !
Tutor : Hannah Sutton
Date: Friday August 30th - Sunday September 1st, 2024 Hours: 9am - 12noon / 1pm - 4pm Price: $500 AUD (Paint & Materials not included)Venue : Atelier Melbourne Art Academy, Oakleigh, Melbourne. Some still life objects and fabrics are included, however, students are encouraged to bring their own objects to paint. Simple objects transform to tell a story in paint.
An introduction to composing and executing a Still Life painting using 19th-century classical realist methods. This 3-day workshop covers the basics of learning how to use the sight-size method, a classical drawing & painting technique, to set up objects, compose and execute a simple still life painting. Compositions will be inspired by classical 17th-19th century paintings, using natural light and a simple array of objects. Each day will focus on the step-by-step development of a small (no bigger than 30x50cm in size) painting with a simple composition. Demos will be given at the start of each day to show the process and discuss materials, paint mixing, and painting techniques. In addition to demonstrations, students will receive one-on-one critiques and instruction from Hannah throughout the day.
Though this workshop will focus on the practical use of a method to support your artistic practice, the aim is also to appreciate the beauty of everyday objects and the joy of translating them in paint.
Beginning – Intermediate – Advanced levels welcome.
SCULPTING WITH CLAY (5 DAYS)
3/4 Life- size Torso Workshop
SOLD OUT & COMPLETED.
CONTACT FOR FUTURE WORKSHOPS
Tutor : Georgina Mills
Date : APRIL 19, 20, 21 and 27, 28 in 2024
Time : Friday 19 - 4:30pm to 8pm
Other days - 9:00am to 1:30pm
Venue : Atelier Melbourne Art Academy, Oakleigh, Melbourne.
Cost : $800
(Students can expect 13 hours model time, Maximum class of 8 Students.) This is an intensive workshop that aims at improving student’s observational skills, sculpture techniques and knowledge of human anatomy and form. This course is specifically designed to introduce students to sculptural methods that help simplify the complexities of the human figure. Over the course students will sculpt from life a ¾ life-size torso with water based clay. Group lessons and daily individual critiques will help to guide them through this process. Students will then prepare their sculpture to kiln fired locally at their convenience. Students are to be aware that the kiln firing process can be unpredictable in results and the main goal of the workshop is learning how to improve their sculpting from life skills. Students can expect 13 hours model time. All clay will be supplied, some tools are available for use. All armatures are supplied and retained by the studio. Kiln firing not included (cost approximately $60).
