Fri, Apr 09
|PaintSpace NOLA
Michael "Shem" Shemchuk | Six + Six x Two
Create a cohesive series of abstract works using the Abstraction by Design layering method. Balancing both quality and quantity, produce two complete 6+6 panel sets using 12”x12” panels, creating a dynamic body of work through repetition, composition and layered decision making.
Dates & Location
Apr 09, 2027, 9:30 AM CDT – Apr 12, 2027, 4:30 PM CDT
PaintSpace NOLA, 1202 Soniat St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Workshop Description
Instructor: Michael Shemchuk
Workshop: Six + Six x Two
Dates: April 19-22, 2027
Days: 4
Hours: 9:30am–4:30pm
Level: All levels
Size: 12
Tuition: $1,425
*Includes daily lunch and beverages served in studio
Process
Six + Six x Two takes creative energy onto the production line. Working at a steady pace this workshop is an exercise in: composition, design, editing, orientation and, visual rhythm.
The first
set of six panels is approached quietly.
Participants simplify the creative process through a disciplined and focused layering
method. Engaging in subtlety, balance and refined surfaces.
The second
set of six panels shifts direction.
Using simultaneous layering of our paper and paint materials. Participants move into a more energetic and instinctive process. Embracing speed, momentum, improvisation and, a freer visual interaction.
Formats
The grouping of 2- sets of 6+6 panels presents a pivotal opportunity to discover how panels communicate with one another. You determine the the final orientation and visual dialog of your panels via formats such as: Diptychs, Linear installations, Triptychs, Stacked or Vertical arrangements.
Minimal or Complex/ Quiet or Active.
The final conversation between the panels is your call.
AbD ( Abstraction by Design)
The Abstraction by Design method is the process of exploring collage & painting techniques by layering paper and paint on panels.
The layering of paper and paint enables us to sand, scrape, wet, peel, paint, collage and repeat to create controlled and incidental textured surfaces. We use water base polyurethane as a glue to attach papers, as a resist coat, and as a top coat as well.
Collaging involves color selection, paper choices, placement, glueing, mark making, composition and surface extraction.
Painting involves panel prep, trowel application, brushing, sanding, surface manipulations, paint mixing and texturing.
A.R.R. (Action.Review.Reaction)
We begin the AbD process with an action by applying paint or collage to our panels.
We pause and review the action, then respond with another action.
This requires taking time to observe your work, measure your response to both the controlled(deliberate) and spontaneous (incidents/happy accidents ). We follow the A.R.R principles as we create your work.
Supply List With Links
Materials:
12- 12”x12” x 7/8” cradled panels. Blick item 07044-1212
White latex house paint. (Flat or satin sheen)
Black latex house paint. (Flat or satin sheen)
Water base poly- urethane/varnish.(gloss or semigloss) pick up at paint/hardware stores.
Sheets black tissue/ color tissue: Resource: Papermart
12+ sheets newsprint. 12”x18” see Blick item 10311-1046 or PACKING PAPER
Variety of your own personal collage papers and color tissue (color, pattern, graphics, craft
paper and re-purposed).
Color paint. 3-8+colors of latex house or acrylic artist paints or liquid pigments.
Tools:
1-6”wide flexible broad knife
1- scrubber sponge.
1- sheet 80 grit sandpaper and 1- sanding block.Wood block 2.5”x3.5”x.75” works well
8+- 2” chip brushes
8+ pint/quart plastic mixing containers w/lids and 1- plastic gallon bucket (for water).
1”- blue masking tape for cradle prep.
Spray bottle (atomizer)
Scissors, utility knife, wiping rags, stir sticks, artist brush
hair dryer or heat gun.
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Tuition
$1,425.00
+$35.63 ticket service fee
Total
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