LIVE SHOW - April 1, 2024 - Issue 14

April 1, 2024 | 5:30 PM Central

Dive into the glossy world of reflective surfaces with us! This Monday at 5:30 pm, we'll take on the challenge of painting this stunning perfume bottle, mastering the interplay of light and shadow to create depth and realism. Get your brushes ready for an acrylic journey that will leave your canvas as fragrant with skill as this bottle with perfume. Don’t miss out – let's create some lustrous magic together! 

Understanding Light and Shadow

Hey there, young artists! Today, we're cracking open the mystery of light and shadow using a simple object: the incredible egg. You've seen how light plays on objects around you, right? It makes painting with acrylics exciting and also challenging. Let's explore the five lighting terms that make our paintings pop with realism!

Carolina Beach Path

This vibrant coastal scene is the perfect next adventure for our Red and Purple Members! Imagine capturing the essence of a sunny beach day, with wildflowers dancing in the breeze and the ocean's distant roar. Your brushes are ready to blend the lively blues and greens as you bring this tranquil path to life. Join us to master the play of light and shade, and create your own serene beach escape in acrylics. Get ready to be inspired by the beauty of the coast! 

Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure across a landscape of textures, colors, and techniques that will transform your acrylic painting journey. Before we dive into our brushes and paints, we've prepared a little challenge to get your creative juices flowing and your minds pondering the endless possibilities that lie ahead.

Inside this crossword puzzle, you'll find a treasure trove of words—each a key to unlocking the secrets of painting various surfaces you encounter in the world around you. From the roughness of ancient bricks to the delicate whisper of a butterfly's wing, these clues hint at the diverse terrains we'll explore together in our upcoming video tutorials.

As you pencil in each answer, imagine the stroke of your brush bringing these textures to life. This puzzle is not just a game; it's a map that will guide us through our next series of lessons designed to challenge, inspire, and refine your skills.

Happy solving, and remember, each word you uncover is a step closer to mastering the art of painting the world in all its textured glory.

We will have more to share after you have had a chance to work on this crossword puzzle.

Did you renew during the months of November and December 2023?

We had a super special offer for yearly members who renewed or signed up during November and December last year: you would receive an original Ginger Cook non-tutorial painting. If you renewed or signed up during this time, please send us your mailing address immediately!

This offer will be rescinded on June 30th. This will be the last day to make your claim to one of these absolutely stunning paintings done by the Queen of Color herself. Any unclaimed paintings may be offered in an auction in the fall.

Let's discuss landscapes and their role in this challenge. A "landscape" photograph captures the essence of the natural and built environment, showcasing expanses of scenery that can include mountains, forests, urban skylines, or any broad view of the outdoors. The choice is yours.

You RPM folks will pick 1 landscape photograph that will be a "perfect" reference photo for a painting. You will use the special form to submit your image, and we will set up the initial page for your submission.

Please be sure to read the post at the top of this discussion group, so you understand what this section is all about. Also, read the first topic under this forum to get started and learn more about this new exciting opportunity.

Zoom Call REPLAY Time!

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