Painting Essentials - Working with light and dark

Unlock the secrets of light and shadow to bring depth and dimension to your paintings! In this hands-on workshop, artist and tutor Ailsa Mackay will guide you through essential techniques to help you create more realistic and expressive artwork.

Light and dark values are very important. They describe three important characteristics of a subject:

1. Whether it has volume or its flat.
2. What kind of texture the surface has.
3. Where the light source is located, and how bright it is.

To become a confident painter it is essential to master how to use light and dark to create the illusion of depth and dimension in your paintings.

1. Master core skills including, brush handling and using your palette
2. Understand the value scale and how to mix values
3. Train your eye to see and paint values and shapes in greyscale
4. Complete a still life painting
5. Take away essential skills to build confidence in your painting

Using versatile acrylic paints, you'll explore how to achieve both soft, watercolour-like washes and rich, opaque layers—making this workshop perfect for all skill levels.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this class will equip you with fundamental skills to elevate your painting practice.

Book your spot now and start painting with confidence!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Islesteps Village Hall, Islesteps Bridge, Dumfries, United Kingdom