Rolling Clouds in Oils | Marcel Desbiens

Learn to paint the frozen moment of a rolling cloud. Capture the transparency, colour, energy and texture of the cloud by using the right brush strokes and variation in colour dilution.

In this one day workshop you will learn a quick and easy way to paint realistic representations of clouds in motion. Marcel’s expertise and easy to learn techniques, developed over years of experimentation and research, will enable you to achieve instant results.

What will I learn?

Through step-by-step demonstrations and ‘hands-on’ exercises, you will learn how to:

• capture the effects of the translucence of clouds • choose the right brushes and mediums to reproduce highly realistic effects • achieve the different textures created by clouds • recreate the emotional value of clouds

Who is this course suitable for?

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, however, basic knowledge and skills in oils is a prerequisite.

What do I need to bring?

Your enthusiasm! All materials are provided

What is Provided?

• paints and brushes
• canvas boards
• easels, tables and chairs
• tea and coffee (please bring your own cup)
• a friendly, supportive and encouraging learning environment
• introduction to the Bienarté art community