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YOUR COURSE TUTOR
Deborah Burton
Deborah Burton is an experienced educator and artist with over 24 years of teaching experience in Queensland, specialising in creative expression and beginner-friendly acrylic painting.
She enjoys painting in her gardens at Gumtree Gallery Studios, in Highfields, Queensland. She has been creating art pieces all of her life, however she began to look more seriously into her artistic abilities in 1995 with a group of likeminded artists in Helidon. This is where she expanded her passion for oils on canvas.
Deborah joined her current art group, ‘Artists of Crow’s Nest’ in 2019, with whom she shares a love of experimenting and expanding her artistic talents through a variety of mediums. A predominant theme in Deborah’s work is her passion for blending colours and exploring the changes in light.
She has always been inspired by the famous French Impressionist, Claude Monet. She thoroughly enjoys studying his techniques, using relatively small, thin, brush strokes. Deborah likes to paint realistic scenes of modern life, and often paints outdoors.
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We'll begin by introducing acrylic paints, brushes and essential tools, helping you understand their unique properties.
You'll practice basic brush techniques, explore how to mix colours effectively and experiment with different textures. by the end of the day, you'll create a small simple abstract painting through colour-blending exercises to build confidence with paint application.
Through guided exercises, you'll explore the theory of colour, enjoy colour mixing, layering, and texture to create depth and dimension in your paintings.
Each lesson will focus on a different fundamental skill, ensuring that you gain a solid foundation while having fun experimenting with different styles. As the course progresses, you'll apply your new skills to create simple yet beautiful paintings, from abstract compositions to nature-inspired pieces. We'll also cover tips on fixing mistakes, blending techniques, and how to add personal expression to your artwork.
By the end of the course, you'll have completed multiple paintings and gained the confidence to continue exploring acrylics on your own.
Whether you're looking for a creative outlet or a stepping stone into the world of art, this course will help you unlock your artistic potential in a supportive and enjoyable environment.
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Please bring the following on your first day of class:
Acrylic Paints - a basic set of primary colours (red, blue, yellow), plus green, purple, brown, black and white (A selection of favourite colours could also enhance your creativity)
Paintbrushes - a variety of sizes and shapes, including flat, round, and detail brushes
Canvases- at least three 40cmx30cm, and two larger canvases for final pieces
Palette - plastic lids, glass or disposable paper plates for mixing colours
Palette knife and moulding paste for adding texture
Water Container - a plastic yoghurt container will be fine
Cotton buds, Paper Towels or cloth rags, for wiping brushes and cleaning up
Old sheet to protect desk
Pencil and Eraser for sketching outlines before painting
Apron or Old Clothes to protect from paint splashes
A desk easel is optional, the tutor will provide them for all students.
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No experience required.
