Fearless Abstract Painting Workshop
Date: May 1-3, 2025
Time: May 1 & 2 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM), May 3 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Cost: (All supplies included)
Level: All Levels
Register: TBD
Time: May 1 & 2 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM), May 3 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Cost: (All supplies included)
Level: All Levels
Register: TBD
Workshop Description
Welcome to the Fearless Abstract Painting workshop—a transformative experience designed to set your creativity free! Join the talented and inspiring artist Samantha da Silva for three incredible days of exploration, joy, and artistic growth.
In this workshop, you will learn to paint with fearlessness and enthusiasm, using innovative techniques that will change the way you approach art. Forget about traditional brushes and easels; here, we embrace the unexpected! You’ll use rollers instead of brushes, tables instead of easels, and a delightful array of materials—including paint, water, plaster, salt, sand, and wood shavings—to create ethereal, textured abstracts that reflect your unique artistic vision.
This workshop is all about letting go. Let go of fear, silence that inner critic that holds you back, and turn up your intuition. You’ll be encouraged to explore your artistic style in a safe, supportive environment, where having fun is just as important as creating beautiful art.
No prior artistic experience is required—just a willingness to embrace new ideas with an open mind and an open heart. This workshop is about more than just painting; it’s about discovering the fearless artist within you!
Join us for this joyful, inspiring adventure, and let’s create something beautiful together!
In this workshop, you will learn to paint with fearlessness and enthusiasm, using innovative techniques that will change the way you approach art. Forget about traditional brushes and easels; here, we embrace the unexpected! You’ll use rollers instead of brushes, tables instead of easels, and a delightful array of materials—including paint, water, plaster, salt, sand, and wood shavings—to create ethereal, textured abstracts that reflect your unique artistic vision.
This workshop is all about letting go. Let go of fear, silence that inner critic that holds you back, and turn up your intuition. You’ll be encouraged to explore your artistic style in a safe, supportive environment, where having fun is just as important as creating beautiful art.
No prior artistic experience is required—just a willingness to embrace new ideas with an open mind and an open heart. This workshop is about more than just painting; it’s about discovering the fearless artist within you!
Join us for this joyful, inspiring adventure, and let’s create something beautiful together!
What to Expect
1. Opening Circle: We’ll start our journey together by connecting as a group. Share your intentions and set the tone for a weekend filled with creativity and inspiration.
2. Philosophy: Dive into the idea that “the process of creating evolves into ideas.” You’ll learn that every stroke of paint is a step toward discovering more about yourself and your art.
3. How to Begin: We’ll discuss how to set your intentions and how to tone your canvas to prepare for a day of artistic exploration.
4. FearLESS Abstract Painting Foundational Techniques: Experience hands-on learning as you use nature as your inspiration. You’ll master techniques like applying paint with rollers, blending colors with water, and manipulating the canvas to create depth and texture.
5. Texture Exploration: Discover the differences between modeling paste and gel medium, and learn how to make your own mediums using everyday materials like salt, sand, and sawdust.
6. Creating Depth & Harmony: You’ll explore the nuances of glazes versus washes, learning how to create layers that add richness to your work.
7. Five Tips for Easier Painting: Gain valuable insights and techniques that will make your painting process smoother and more enjoyable.
8. Compassionate Critique: We’ll engage in supportive discussions about composition basics and how to know when your painting is truly finished. This is a space for growth, not judgment.
9. Varnishing Like a Pro: Learn the best practices for protecting your artwork and giving it a professional finish.
2. Philosophy: Dive into the idea that “the process of creating evolves into ideas.” You’ll learn that every stroke of paint is a step toward discovering more about yourself and your art.
3. How to Begin: We’ll discuss how to set your intentions and how to tone your canvas to prepare for a day of artistic exploration.
4. FearLESS Abstract Painting Foundational Techniques: Experience hands-on learning as you use nature as your inspiration. You’ll master techniques like applying paint with rollers, blending colors with water, and manipulating the canvas to create depth and texture.
5. Texture Exploration: Discover the differences between modeling paste and gel medium, and learn how to make your own mediums using everyday materials like salt, sand, and sawdust.
6. Creating Depth & Harmony: You’ll explore the nuances of glazes versus washes, learning how to create layers that add richness to your work.
7. Five Tips for Easier Painting: Gain valuable insights and techniques that will make your painting process smoother and more enjoyable.
8. Compassionate Critique: We’ll engage in supportive discussions about composition basics and how to know when your painting is truly finished. This is a space for growth, not judgment.
9. Varnishing Like a Pro: Learn the best practices for protecting your artwork and giving it a professional finish.
"Join the 1,600+ students across Canada, Costa Rica, Hawaii, France, and the USA who have been taught and transformed by Samantha da Silva."
Supply List
2 Canvases
1 Mini Paint Roller, 4" High Density Foam
2 Mini Paint Roller, High Density Foam Inserts
1 Plastic Putty Knife
1 Spray Bottle
Acrylic Paints
1 DAP Spackling Paste
1 Acrylic Gel Medium, Gloss
1/2 Cup of Foraged Salt, Sand, and/or Sawdust
1 Plastic Table Cover
1 Painting Apron
1 Pair Disposable Latex Gloves
1 Roll of Paper Towel
1 Roll of Saran Wrap
1-3 Landscape/Nature Photos
Acrylic Varnish, Gloss (Optional)
1 Mini Paint Roller, 4" High Density Foam
2 Mini Paint Roller, High Density Foam Inserts
1 Plastic Putty Knife
1 Spray Bottle
Acrylic Paints
1 DAP Spackling Paste
1 Acrylic Gel Medium, Gloss
1/2 Cup of Foraged Salt, Sand, and/or Sawdust
1 Plastic Table Cover
1 Painting Apron
1 Pair Disposable Latex Gloves
1 Roll of Paper Towel
1 Roll of Saran Wrap
1-3 Landscape/Nature Photos
Acrylic Varnish, Gloss (Optional)