Creative Currents: A Playful Abstract Workshop is a beginner-friendly mixed-media workshop that invites participants to explore the process of painting abstractly in a way that is approachable, engaging, and accessible for all experience levels.
In this workshop, Alison will guide you in learning how to build a unique abstract image by working with foundational art principles such as color, line, composition, and shape. Because abstraction doesn’t rely on recognizable subject matter, the focus shifts toward expression, intuition, and visual balance. The workshop is designed to gently demystify abstraction and offer simple, playful approaches to painting in an individualized abstract style.
Using acrylic paints and a variety of mark-making tools, participants will create their own interpretation of imagery prompts provided by Alison. These prompts may include emotions or internal states—such as anger, fear, joy, happiness, or surprise. Each artist will receive a unique prompt and explore translating that experience into paint on canvas. Through imagination, intuition, and expressive use of color and brushwork, organic forms will naturally emerge.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a completed, vibrant, one-of-a-kind modern abstract painting—ready to take home and enjoy.
Materials are induced. No experience is needed!
Creative Currents: A Playful Abstract Workshop is a beginner-friendly mixed-media workshop that invites participants to explore the process of painting abstractly in a way that is approachable, engaging, and accessible for all experience levels.
In this workshop, Alison will guide you in learning how to build a unique abstract image by working with foundational art principles such as color, line, composition, and shape. Because abstraction doesn’t rely on recognizable subject matter, the focus shifts toward expression, intuition, and visual balance. The workshop is designed to gently demystify abstraction and offer simple, playful approaches to painting in an individualized abstract style.
Using acrylic paints and a variety of mark-making tools, participants will create their own interpretation of imagery prompts provided by Alison. These prompts may include emotions or internal states—such as anger, fear, joy, happiness, or surprise. Each artist will receive a unique prompt and explore translating that experience into paint on canvas. Through imagination, intuition, and expressive use of color and brushwork, organic forms will naturally emerge.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a completed, vibrant, one-of-a-kind modern abstract painting—ready to take home and enjoy.
Materials are induced. No experience is needed!
