Mastering Brushstrokes - Part 1

Course Overview

Skills and Knowledge Acquired:
By taking this course, students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of twelve brushstrokes, including their history, application, and use in masterpieces. They will also gain hands-on experience in applying the brushstrokes with both oil and watercolor paint, as well as the ability to apply the knowledge to acrylic painting. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of how to use light amounts of paint and thick, impasto paint to create unique brushstrokes.


Contribution to Professional Growth:
This course contributes to professional growth by providing students with a comprehensive understanding of brushstrokes and their application. Through visual demonstrations, hands-on activities, and practice exercises, students will gain a thorough understanding of each brushstroke variation. This knowledge can be applied to any painting medium, allowing students to develop their own unique style and create masterpieces of their own.


Suitability for Further Education:
This course is suitable for preparing further education as it provides a thorough understanding of brushstrokes and their variations. The course covers twelve of the twenty-two strokes, and provides visual demonstrations, student practice exercises, and a brief history of each stroke. Additionally, the course covers both oil and watercolor paint, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of brushstrokes regardless of the medium they use.