Harrisburg, PA 2026

Join artist Chris Cruz for this fresh new approach integrating collage and texture with acrylic paints.Learn how to create purposeful shadows using bold expressive colors.  This process-focused approach helps artists see light, and dark shades creating a negative painting effect. The use of bold expressive colors to create negative painting is a must when using a strong color palette.  Students will learn how to work with acrylic paints and various gels, maximizing boldness in color. 
We will then learn the secrets of Fluid and High Flow GOLDEN paints using high Solid Gel Gloss and QoR Light Dimensional Ground as an amazing layering process we can then embellish using stencils.
This is a fun and exciting way to work with these materials. No previous experience needed.
We will be working with Fluid GOLDEN paints and Ampersand Aquabord as well as GOLDEN High Solid Gel, Dimensional Ground.

Materials Fee $25 paid at beginning of class includes:

(To Keep):
• (Qty 2) 8x16 Ampersand Aquabord
GOLDEN High Solid Gel Gloss
QoR Light Dimensional Ground
Collage Papers/Materials
A TCW stencil (surprise design)

(To Use):
• SilverBrush SilverWhite Foundation Set
• Fluid and High Flow GOLDEN paints
• GOLDEN Soft Gel Gloss
QoR Light Dimensional Ground

Supplies Needed  to bring for Class:

Apron
You can bring your own collage materials and stencils if you like but everything will be provided.

Looking forward to painting with you.