January 2024 Art News from Evy Okerstrom

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“Imagining what it would be like to
swim with the sea creatures”
January 2024 Calendar

This month I start off with exciting news! I will resume the Sketching with Watercolor, Pen & Ink classes. Join me Wednesdays at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1-4 pm. The same class at the Hub on Canal, Thursdays 12:30 – 3:30 pm. Using Annette Carroll Compton’s book, “drawing from the mind, painting from the heart”. We will explore drawing and painting with watercolor. Learn lines, 3D objects, and controlling paint flow. These are just a few of the topics I will cover. See the images of some of the exercises done in class. Classes start January 3 and 4th. Contact me if you are interested: eokerstrom22@gmail.com . A supply list is available.

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Exercise: Learning about lines, contour drawing
By Evy Okerstrom

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Exercise: Making 3D shapes, seeing valuesBy Evy Okerstrom

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Exercise: Connect the Dots, perspectiveBy Evy Okerstrom

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Exercise: Using Watercolor to create 3D shapes and backgroundsBy Evy Okerstrom

Mark your calendar for my “Sketching with Watercolor, Pen & Ink” lecture at the Hub on Canal, Saturday, January 6, 2024, 1-2 pm. I will share a bit about my 5 years of teaching at the Hub, followed by a glimpse into my classes. Join me for a hand-on-exercise-drawing and adding watercolor at tables. I look forward to seeing you!

Thought of the day; Vincent van Gogh… “I am seeking. I am striving. I am in it with all my heart.”

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Talk Art Invitation for my presentation Saturday, January 6, 2024 1 to 2 pm at the Hub on Canal

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