Thursday, September 10, 2020

Anybody can paint. Learn the basics of creative painting the easy way

A simple still life painting like this, with materials available at home is all that is required to start off

Tangerines

acrylic painting on paper

size: 9x12 inches

I did this painting during the lockdown period in April-May 2020

In accordance with the changing times, we need to keep pace with the fast developing distance learning and teaching scenario I guess. Keeping this strange new situation of Covid in mind, I decided to go virtual with 'Ushas Art Class' as well.

I know it appears strange - how can anybody teach or learn art online? But many a software has been developed in the recent times which can make life easier for teachers and students. Nothing seems to be impossible in these virtual times anyways. We humans always come up with solutions in life. It's second nature to us.

Thinking back into the past, I actually realized that I have always been teaching verbally. Never have I touched an artwork of my student. I always felt that guiding the students verbally was all that was necessary in my class They have all been artists by nature, and preferred to be taught that way.

The advantage was that all my students can be proud of their artwork, as each of the strokes on the canvas was made by their own selves, and they can call it their own creation.

So the new method of virtual learning and teaching is not going to be much different from the old method, as the verbal and visual communication is going to continue through new software like Google Meet and Zoom.

In fact it is advantageous to the learner now, as a lot of time can saved on travelling, and it is going to be light on the pocket as transportation costs can be saved as well.

And so on this positive thought and note, students can now reach me for virtual learning through the site called- SuperProf.co.in.

Here I have offered one to one virtual learning experience for those interested in learning acrylic/oil painting in the comfort of their home and at a convenient time and pace.And most importantly from anywhere in the world.

It goes like this...

Anybody can paint Learn the basics of creative painting the easy way.

Methodology

Learn how to create a painting in easy steps. Start by creating simple paintings through which you will also learn the Basics of Art, Design and Colors and how to apply them in paintings. Previous knowledge not required. Age no bar.

Praying that the covid times will pass away as fast as it arrived.

Wednesday, August 3, 2016

How to Paint a Still Life from a real setting - workshop at Reves Art Gallery

It was a cozy gathering at the workshop held at Reves Gallery, and the participants were a cheerful group ever so eager to grasp whatever I had to present. Gallery owner Mrs Rajini Rekha set up a beautiful Flower arrangement for the participants to paint which all of them painted with enthusiasm in an informal atmosphere, enjoying the strokes, the chatting and the lovely meal spread by the gallery. It was a beautiful experience.

The workshop got extended by one more day, and so I have added a few more photos. This time, the participant painted a still life of 'Goddess Lakshmi' with a smiling face.

Sunday, July 5, 2015

Reves Art Workshop on 'How to paint a still life in acrylics'

I was thrilled when fellow artist and good friend Mrs Rajini Rekha - the proud owner of her own new Art Gallery --'Reve's Art Gallery', requested me to conduct an art workshop, that would be the first activity at her premises. I agreed gladly, and the art workshop on 'Learn to paint a still life in acrylics' took place on the 13th and 14th Dec 2014 at Reves Art Galley.

It was a first time for me too, as I was conducting a workshop for the first time. My previous experience in having conducted regular weekend art class was greatly helpful. What would have taken place in an eight class session had to be imparted in just 2 days, and that was a great challenge to me.

I was pleasantly surprised at the 10 cheerful participants (limited), who were ever so eager and highly absorbent of what ever was imparted, in such a short time. It was a mixed group including IT professionals, doctor, professor, home maker, architect and a even a couple of students from the 7th and 9th grade. They were indeed happy to take back home a self-done, and fully completed still life painting ready to be framed and displayed in their homes.

Thanks to Mrs Rajini Rekha garu for the lovely experience and the wonderful arrangements including the nourishment that was provided to all, which I enjoyed along with all the participants.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

How to paint an Apple- simple video demonstration

Due to lack of time to conduct art class, and also to make it convenient for those who would love to learn but cannot make it to an art class due to lack of time or distance problems, I created a short video of 4.2 min - about 'How to paint and Apple' - easy method of painting using acrylic paints on canvas, with a single brush.