"If one says 'red'—the name of a color—and there are fifty people listening, it can be expected that there will be fifty reds in their minds. And one can be sure that all these reds will be very different."
– Josef Albers

In this class, instructor Nicole Rixon will help guide you into the world of color and break things down into simple concepts.

Join us as we explore how to

• see and identify colors in the world around us
• learn more about paint and which colors to buy
• make colors "pop"
• mix muted tones that are rich not lifeless
• achieve ultra-bright and vibrant colors
• ...and more!

Students will walk away with the skills they need for creating yummy color — regardless of what medium or style they work in. Most importantly, students will find confidence to make thoughtful choices in their own artwork.

Come ready to experiment, mix paint, and see your art in a whole new way!

This is a studio class and students will be using their supplies on the first week.

• 9x12 mixed media or acrylic paper pads for lesson exercises
• Your own painting or canvas for studio time
• Acrylic paint in these colors, or similar versions, in professional grade like Golden or Nova: Titanium White (large tube), Mars Black, Hansa Yellow Medium, Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Red Light, Quinacridone Magenta, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue (Green Shade), Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber
• 1” Flat Brush
• Shaper tool (any size)
• Palette Paper
• Palette Knife
• Pencil and sketchbook for notes
• Viva or Blue Shop Towels

Optional:

• Color wheel
• Value finder
• Painter’s tape
• White Posca paint marker
• Black Sharpie

Note from Nicole: This class is all about learning to make confident color choices—not buying lots of supplies! If you already have comparable paints or brushes, please bring what you own.

• Next session: Sept 17 - Oct 15
• Instructor: Nicole Rixon
• Thursdays, 10:30am-1:30pm
• Cost $199 (5 classes)
• Max 14 students
• ​Level: 2 (intermediate)
• Age level: adult (18 & up)
• Parking Info

• Beginning artists who want to learn color mixing with acrylic paint.
• Acrylic painters who want more confidence mixing clean, vibrant colors.
• Returning artists looking to refresh their color theory and painting skills.
• Anyone wanting a strong foundation in mixing paint colors for acrylic painting.