PERCEPTUAL PAINTING: Field Activation with Kaitlin Zorah McDonough

Description:

In this painting workshop, we will explore, through direct experience, ways of

activating the field, the field of the painting, the field of our space, the fields of

thought and and energy within us. We will weave these fields with color, planes,

line, light & touch within our paintings. In addition to water based paint, elements

of collage will be part of our process. The space will include an open plan still life,

and in the afternoon we will be joined by a live model. Personalized individual

and group feedback will integrate discoveries and anchor the day’s experiences

into pathways forward. This workshop can be attended as a single-session or in

tandem with PERCEPTUAL PAINTING: Self-sensory System.

Suggested materials*:

• Acrylic paint: black, white, and at least three colors of your choice

• Paper: at least three large sheets of heavy weight paper (minimum 50”

recommended). Additional smaller sheets (5) of paper recommended.

• Brushes: a range of sizes and brush shapes (filbert, flat, round) and larger

flat bristle brush(es) from hardware store

• Containers for water and paint

• Watercolor / ink (optional)

• Tape and/or staple gun

• Paper towels (suggested)

• Materials for collage: old magazines, pre-painted sheets of paper, scissors

(optional), glue and/or matte medium

Please note*: At a minimum, participants will need surfaces upon which to

paint, paint, and tools with which to apply the paint. The list above is an ideal

suggestion; however, you are welcome to bring and/or use additional water-

based material. We will work with what you have.