This three-day course brings us face to face with the face! Seeing and doing through the eyes of abstract portraiture. The face’s physicality, emotion, symbolism, and suggestion are a direct connection to the viewer. What’s lies beneath, the unseen, emotion, vibe and soul is brought forth in this multifaceted, layered class.
Contemporary artist Rob Unett, a bold, intuitive and provocative tutor directs participants to experiment with their visual language through mark-making, media exploration, traditional, contemporary methods, alongside their personal process.
Working directly from a subject (model) participants, study the face via an abundance of techniques that Rob uses in his own practice. Immersing the group in media, whether solo or in combinations of painting and drawing to capture facial expression, silhouette and form.
Traditional techniques will be challenged by modern thinking and doing approaches to discover new colours, textures, shapes, light and aesthetics. We will build a body of work that, during a period of group reflection, will open up new areas of opportunity and wonder in our practice.
Tutor:
Rob Unett
Location:
Newlyn School of Art, The Old Board School, Chywoone Hill, Newlyn, Cornwall TR18 5AW.
Where to meet:
Please arrive at the Newlyn School of Art at 9.50 for a 10am start. This course ends at 4pm.
Materials used on this course:
A wide range of water based paints and drawing materials. All materials are supplied by Newlyn School of Art.
Level:
All skill levels, from beginners to those with more experience. If you have any specific access or support requirements please give us a call at the time of booking to discuss your needs.
Age:
We would advise that this course is suitable for those of 16 years of age and upwards (16 & 17yr olds must be accompanied by an adult, who is a paying participant).
What to bring:
Please wear old clothes that you are happy to get paint on.
Lunch:
Please bring a packed lunch.
Accommodation:
If you are looking for a local place to stay, please browse our page for Accommodation in West Cornwall.
Additional info:
Once you have booked your place you will receive an email confirmation. Please contact us via our Contact Us page, if you need further support.
