CLARTSA027 - Abstraction + Realism: Painting at the Intersection
Explore the intersection between abstraction and realism in this painting course for artists working in a range of styles. Whether you seek to capture what you see or prefer making art freed from representation, discover the fresh possibilities that emerge when abstraction and realism meld. Learn techniques to deepen realism in your painting and, conversely, to loosen your image-making. Practice obscuring forms with alternative techniques. Compile an idea book and complete weekly challenges. Play with styles, techniques and concepts to expand your artistic freedom. Suitable for two-dimensional artists who have completed an introductory painting or drawing class. Includes a virtual field trip or a visiting artist.
Course Details
Ellen Orseck, M.A., M.A.T., is a Houston-based artist whose artwork has been exhibited across Texas as well as in New York City and Lima, Peru. She has been awarded several commissions from state art councils, corporate collections and private patrons, and was a finalist for the Hunting Prize. Ms. Orseck shows her work at Carolyn Garcia Gallery, Winter Street Studios and Mother Dog Studios in Houston, and one of her paintings is in the permanent collection of the Myrtle Beach Art Museum. Her education includes four years at the Glassell School of Art. Ms. Orseck holds a master’s degree in painting from New York University and a master’s degree in museum education from George Washington University as well as completing a course in Old Master painting from the New York Academy of Art.
Online--Synchronous
This course will be delivered in a synchronous format online. Registered participants will receive login instructions to the course page which will provide access to the virtual classroom link and other resources. All online classes are held at Central Standard Time.
Fee does not include cost of supplies, approximately $50–$75, depending on materials used. Studio art supply lists are shared two weeks before the course start date. Contact cpcoord@rice.edu with questions.