Experimental Drawing with Valerie Allen & Armin Mersmann

Name: Experimental Drawing with Valerie Allen & Armin Mersmann
Start: 2024-06-29T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-06-29T16:00:00-04:00
Location: 5501 Jefferson Ave, Midland, MI, United States, Michigan 48640

Schedule

Sat Jun 29 2024 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

5501 Jefferson Ave, Midland, MI, United States, Michigan 48640 | Midland, MI

Dive into the best of both artists’ world where creativity knows no bounds. You will learn the intricacies of contour and tonal drawing and the accidental process of frottage under Armin's guidance while Valerie will open your eyes to the endless possibilities of textured and toothy drawing grounds, giving your creations an avant-garde twist.
Expect projects that challenge your conventional thinking and encourage you to explore innovative concepts. Experimenting with materials such as graphite, charcoal, India ink, molding pastes, and micaceous Iron oxide will push the boundaries of your artistic expression. In addition, you will craft your own drawing tools and hone skills with traditional pencils, brushes, and pens.
Armin Mersmann is well known for his intense naturalistic graphite drawings and iPhoneography. He teaches online, leads in-person workshops across the nation, and exhibits nationally. His artistic interests have become more experimental in recent years, with more attention placed on the surfaces of the artwork.
Valerie Allen received her BFA from the University of Cincinnati. She is a lecturer for Golden Artist Colors, mentors for Mastrius Art Community, and is an art educator. Valerie exhibits nationally and received the Great Lakes Bay All-Area Artist Award for her role as a visual artist and community leader.
Together, Valerie and Armin founded Art Ladders: The Creative Climb podcast available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Get ready to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey of artistic discovery!
Bring your lunch each day. Acrylic gels & grounds provided.
A material list will be sent upon registration.
Saturday and Sunday, June 29 & 30 / 10:00 am – 4:00 pm / $335.