Master the Flow: Working Large with Alcohol Ink

Workshop: Master the Flow: Working Large with Alcohol Ink

Dates: 2 Thursday Sessions

Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 1:00 PM -  2:30 PM CST

Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CST

Type: Online via ZOOM, Live Instruction

Tuition: $225

Level: Beginner - Intermediate

Learn techniques for working LARGE with vibrant alcohol inks abstractly and/or realistically on LARGE sheets of synthetic watercolor paper (Yupo).

 During 3 LIVE 90-minute online sessions, Helen will demonstrate:

• alcohol inks

• color separation of certain inks

• painting in layers using subtractive and additive methods

• painting abstractly

• floral ink paintings

• Yupo vs cotton paper

 Features: 

• 3, 90-minute comprehensive sessions with plenty of time for feedback and questions

• Discussion of the unique properties of alcohol ink

• Demos of additive and subtractive techniques

• Explanation of display options

• 2 months of access to the recordings of the live session. Now you can be fully present soaking up the demos instead of frantically taking notes.

Bonus Feature

This new workshop includes a discussion of how to print your work on cards, clothing and other print-on-demand products!

Create your own imagery using dozens of tips and techniques. Benefit from demos and exercises that teach you ways to manipulate alcohol ink to mine the uniquely vibrant properties of this media. Explore uncommon creative possibilities to derive lusciously layered imagery. I will share exciting techniques for working with inks and watercolor on both Yupo, a synthetic paper, and traditional cotton watercolor paper. Class demos will get you thinking outside of the box as you discover new ways to express your ideas.

Why should I alcohol ink to my practice?

• Creating with alcohol ink helps you quickly understand color mixing.

• The techniques covered are easy to learn but offer sophisticated results.

• You can step outside the box and get unstuck by using this media.

This course is for you if you: 

• Are new to art and want to try your hand at painting

• You may not have had a satisfying experience with painting in the past and are looking to change that

• Are a skilled artist and want to try this vibrant medium with its unique properties

• Would like to learn techniques to create both abstractly and realistically

What's my teaching method?

I will guide you in amplifying your ideas - showing the potential of what you can do with the various materials and then letting you loose to see what is possible.

FAQs

Q: Do I need painting experience?

A: No, this is a class for novices, skilled artists and everyone in between. And for those with some experience, you will learn an additional medium to expand your practice.

Q: I don't have an affinity for art. Will this class work for me?

A: Yes! Several people new to painting who have taken this class are surprised and delighted with the results they achieved. Many call the process "mesmerizing!"

A Note from Helen

"This is such a fun class to teach to both experienced painters and to novices alike. Many people were told they have no talent when it comes to art or they haven't ever tried painting and are not sure if they will be "good". This class is wonderful because I've never had anyone unhappy with their results. The ink almost paints itself... It's so rewarding to watch students deriving such pleasure and satisfaction from this process. I love to share it!" - Helen