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A One Month Adventure in Abstract Painting

A One Month Adventure in Abstract Painting
5 May 2022 to 27 May 2022
Thursdays, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
In this popular month-long class, Artist James Lawrence explores abstract painting concepts and techniques utilising acrylic paints, gels, and additives.
Event type: 
Art, Workshop/Seminar
Price: 
$150 Adults
Venue: 
Corban Estate Arts Centre
Address: 
2 Mt Lebanon Lane, Henderson, Auckland 0612
Region: 
Auckland
Post date: 
Sunday, April 10, 2022 - 13:28

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In this popular month-long class, Artist James Lawrence explores abstract painting concepts and techniques utilising acrylic paints, gels, and additives. Demonstrations and discussions will cover colour, form and composition as each week is filled with discovery and painting adventures. This workshops series is suitable for all skills and stages of artist. Some materials provided.

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A One Month Adventure in Abstract Painting

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