Create Realistic Cloths & Textiles in Your Paintings
Learn how to paint opaque folds, reflective satin, transparency, and more.
Can you paint fabrics that look soft yet structured?
Textiles are tricky: They're flexible but not mushy, come in a huge variety of thicknesses, and are sometimes fuzzy, shiny, or even transparent. Add in embroidery or a print and your mind might explode!
In this fun weekend workshop you'll learn how to approach painting any weight or type of textile, learning how to break down its abstract forms and translate surface textures into paint.
Start Simple
First you'll learn how to depict folds with shadow and temperature through the study of simple white or neutral cotton fabrics. This will serve as the basis for how to approach folds and form on any number of other textiles.
Tackle Unique Surfaces
Now that you have the hang of basic forms, you'll move on to more challenging textiles: Explore shiny satin and heavy jacquard or velvet as you learn how different fabrics reflect light and what this means for the colors and brushwork you will need to use.
Take on a Challenge!
Choose from a number of interesting and complicated textiles to paint as a final project on the second day: Paint a patterned silk, or iridescent taffeta, transparent chiffon, or even sequins or fringe! Whatever you choose, you'll have expert guidance the whole time.
Workshop Location & Details
Studio address:
School of Realist Art
7800 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite #17
Overland Park, KS 66202
*Important: The studio entrance is on the back side of the building. Parking is also available in the back, accessible from Robinson St.
Arrive 10 minutes early to grab an easel and get situated. All materials are included with in-studio tuition, but you're welcome to bring your favorite supplies or props if you wish.
We will break for lunch around 12:30. You're welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave, or a list of nearby restaurants will be available.
Virtual Workshop Info
Live virtual attendance is via our private platform here at SchoolofRealistArt.com . You'll create a password and log-in to join the video meeting, with the ability to use your camera and microphone as needed to interact with Lacey and the rest of the group. Plus you get the best seat in the house with clear video of the live demonstrations, as well as illustrated feedback when you submit your progress by email.
Photo references will be available for you to use, or you can work from your own photos or still life set-up at home. While the workshop will be focused on oil painting, you're welcome to use acrylic, watercolor, pastels or other similar media as you wish. Here's a recommended supply list to have the best experience in this course.
Learn to Paint Fabrics & Textiles in Oil
Join us for this fun and informative weekend workshop!
In-Studio at School of Realist Art in Overland Park, KS
Or Virtually Online