Ruth Armitage “The ABC’s of Abstraction” May 2-5, 2017

Join Ruth for an in-depth exploration of abstract painting.  You’ll learn how limiting your means of expression can free you to explore painting ideas.  Refine your visual language and experiment with simple exercises for unleashing your creative potential.  Discover ways to get new ideas and where to start on your journey to paint more abstractly.  You’ll learn how to translate your ideas using both elements and principles of design and the ‘mental game’ in art-making.  Using your choice of media, we will explore shape, line, color, and texture to craft vibrant paintings that stir the emotions.  You will learn organizing principles, painting tips and techniques for overcoming self doubt and indecision.

More information about Ruth:

Ruth Armitage is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society, Rocky Mountain National Watermedia, California Watercolor Association, and The Northwest Watercolor Society and Past President of the Watercolor Society of Oregon.  The Watercolor Society of Oregon has awarded her its Outstanding Service Award.  She is currently planning a large joint exhibition between the Watercolor Society of Oregon and the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies.  Ruth’s work has received many local and national awards, including the Loa Ruth Sprung Award in the National Watercolor Society’s 95th Annual Exhibition.

See more information about Ruth and her work at her website:

http://rutharmitage.com/