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Introduction to Color Theory

  • The Gaming Arena 123 Bakers Road Coburg North, VIC, 3058 Australia (map)

Cost: $100AUD (by bank transfer)
Miniature: Bring your own
Class Capacity: 15 seats available
This 4-hour class will be an introduction to color theory including:

  • Primary, Secondary and Tertiary colors

  • Color Schemes including triadic, complementary, analogous, split complementary, etc.

  • Mixing your own colors including chromatic neutrals for shading

  • Mixing Skintones - natural and fantasy

  • Cool and Warm colors and how to use them to your advantage

  • Color Composition - how to make a visual impact

There will be a presentation of one concept at a time followed by practical hands on practice.

Supply List:
You can purchase a supply kit from The Gaming Arena that includes all of my recommended paints and brushes. You will still need to bring a sketchbook for notes.
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  1. Bring your own sketchbook and pen for notes and swatching

  2. Your own miniature - I recommend something that is a larger scale than 28-35mm

  3. Natural Fiber Brushes - watercolor rounds in size 2-4, bring a gunky brush for mixing

  4. Palette - bring what you normally use at home

  5. Your own paints including:
    Cobalt Red
    Ultramarine Blue
    Cadmium Yellow
    Transparent Magenta
    Turquoise
    Black
    Titanium White

Earlier Event: March 2
Brush Techniques
Later Event: May 4
True Metal Metallics