During our last classes looking at French impressionist painting, we focused on the use of natural light and how it makes our eyes see different colors. Using a limited palette helps the artist keep focused on the goal and eliminate frustrations. Which is why we used only two neutrals and a range of "primary" colors (blues, yellows, reds) for them to make their other colors from.
Using small amounts of paint forces us to make colors over and over, creating nuanced areas which look really beautiful and impressionist.
Some students struggled to let go and paint loosely, others embraced the opportunity to finally set their hands free.
These are our last weeks with these paintings, and we will be starting something new after passport adventures.
