Art Passports to Morocco
We will virtually walk through the Medina’s, connect with our five senses and get inspired by the souks, roam the High Atlas Mountains and Sahara desert, explore the intricacy and beauty of the tile design, and immerse ourselves in various local festivals and traditions by way of art. Lets be inspired by all that is Morocco!
In this class, we will discover the beauty of Morocco from the comfort of our homes. Through these art lessons we will practice patterns and designs inspired by Moroccan tiles, roam the souks with layers in our art journals, journey to the Valley of Roses through expressionistic painting, connect to the people of Morocco through two portrait paintings, look at the perspective of the lands of Morocco through mini studies and architecture design, and create an abstract painting inspired by the Riads. If you have a passion for art and travel, this is the class for you!
All our online courses are self-paced and can be accessed, downloaded and completed on your own time and at your own pace anytime after the access date. Classes are geared to artists of all levels.
If you have any questions, please email me at kristykensinger@gmail.com
About the Course
Access April 22nd, 2021
Teacher Interaction Through May 22nd, 2021
4.5+ Hours of Content
Downloadable Videos
Lifetime Access
Instructor: Kristy Kensinger
Techniques
Explore sources from afar
Discover color palettes that resonate with you
Use a reference photo as a guide
Explore geometric design and patterning
Create layers in our art journals
Use perspective and focal points to draw the viewer into your piece
Create expressionist florals
Use palette knives to create loose marks and movements
Combine drawing and painting in a portrait
Breaking the face into shapes to add contrast
Learn oil painting techniques and safety
Use vibrant colors as a way to highlight in your paintings
Take your own artistic approach in your landscapes
Architecture details
Find fluidity in your abstracts allowing your painting to guide you
Learn about the history and culture of Morocco by way of art
Suggested Supply List
I always include all the supplies that I use in our class for reference in case there is a new material you want to add to your studio. However, I want you to use the materials you have on hand and enjoy the most. I always recommend watching the lessons first and then deciding if you want to add a new medium into your practice. If you have questions about alternative mediums, feel free to reach out to me at kristykensinger@gmail.com.
SUBSTRATES
Mixed Media OR Watercolor Paper (Arches Hot Press or Cold Press Watercolor Block OR Canson Mixed Media Paper)
Artist Wood Panel OR Canvas (8”x10”, 9”x12”, 11”x14”)
PAINTS & MEDIUMS
Acrylic Paints
Charvin Extra Fine Acrylic Paints OR Golden Acrylics, Liquitex, Arteza, Blick Acrylics Colors used: Charvin Alexander’s Blue, Alizarin Crimson, Green of Nice, Burnt Sienna, Cobalt Blue Hue, Payne’s Grey, Tanned, and Ocean Blue)
Natural Pigments & Natural Acrylic Medium (Sourced and from Natural Earth Paint)
Oil Paint Supplies
Gamblin 1980 Artist Oils and Winsor & Newton Oils, Gamblin Gamsol, Gamblin Galkyd, R&F Pigment Sticks, Gamblin Gamvar Matte Varnish OR Winsor & Newton Dammar Varnish
Colors Used Skin Tone: Titanium White, Burnt Umber, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow Light, Payne’s Gray, Raw SiennaAdditional Colors Used: Phthalo Green, Turquoise
*NOTE: If you prefer you can work in acrylics, watercolors, or gouache for our oil painting project.
OIL PAINT SAFETY TIPS: Gamblin Oil Painting Safety GuidelinesWatercolors
Ocean Paper Watercolors in Glass, Gold Ochre, Terracotta, Grey Azul, Paris Blue, Mauve, Peony, Phthalocyanine Green, Sandstone, Turquoise Blue
Other Watercolor Options: Arteza Watercolor Set
Ink (Edelstein Smoky Quartz Ink, Natural Inks)
DRAWING TOOLS
Sennelier Soft Pastels in Black Brown, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Cerulean Blue, English Blue, Flesh Ochre
Sakura Pigma Micron Pens or Sharpie Fine Point
Mechanical Pencil (Zebra M .7mm)
