Debbie Taylor-Kerman | Abstract Figuration: Where Freedom Meets Form

Name: Debbie Taylor-Kerman | Abstract Figuration: Where Freedom Meets Form
Start: 2026-10-06T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-10-10T16:30:00-05:00
Location: PaintSpace NOLA

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Dates & Location

Oct 06, 2026, 9:30 AM CDT – Oct 10, 2026, 4:30 PM CDT

PaintSpace NOLA, 1202 Soniat St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA

Workshop Description

Instructor: Debbie Taylor-Kerman

Workshop: Abstract Figuration: Where Freedom Meets Form

Dates: Oct 6 - 10, 2026

Days: 5

Hours: 9:30am-4:30pm

Level: All levels

Size: 10

Portfolio: No

Tuition: $1,895

Includes: Delicious lunches and beverages served in studio daily.

This workshop is designed to guide you in creating abstract figurative paintings that are both authentic and cathartic. We will first focus on discovering the joy of expressive abstract painting and learning how to transform those abstract works into powerful abstract figurative paintings. Throughout the process, we will discuss ways to uncover your unique artistic voice, leading you to paint subjects that truly resonate with your personal vision.

We will begin by intuitively creating abstract works on 4-6 wood panels simultaneously. Initial layers will be about fun and remaining loose and as we progress building layers, we will start focusing more on color, values and design.

We will primarily work with acrylic paint, applied using a variety of tools. Additionally, we will explore techniques for seamlessly integrating other mediums to create textures and differences into your artwork, including collage, charcoal, crayon, gold leaf, and various mixed-media elements.

Debbie will demonstrate each stage of the process, sharing her insights and inspiration, from the initial abstract layering to the process of finding the figures, and finally, to selecting the appropriate finishes for each completed painting.