Florals in Bloom: Online Studio Workshop
Let me share with you all of my "gardening" techniques in floral design as you learn to create your own floral masterpieces using alcohol inks and mixed media.
Alcohol Inks + Mixed Media
There is no better time to pick up your paintbrush than summer so get ready to come and unleash your creativity and learn with me as I guide you in the creation of your own floral masterpieces.
Over the years, I’ve immersed myself in painting gorgeous blooms and I know that many share my universal love of flowers. Whether I am painting in alcohol inks, encaustic wax, or other mediums such as acrylics and oils, I’ve always had a soft spot for florals. The more expressive, the better!
Florals in Bloom is filled to the brim with content:
Over nine hours of video (63 videos) to take you on a fabulous adventure through all types of floral creations.
My online classes allow my students to feel like I am right there working through each step of the process. Very "unscripted" and real, my online classes are a combination of me talking and explaining the process as well as many video demonstrations.
In every video, you'll see me showing you exactly how I create art - nothing is held back and all of my techniques are revealed. On some demonstrations, the inks will do their "magic" with beautiful fluidity. In other lessons, you'll watch several step-by-step instructions that take thoughtful commitment and practice. You see it all.
Level of Difficulty:
All Skill Levels Welcome
In Florals in Bloom, I will walk you through key fundamental elements in thinking about florals. Color studies, learning how to make perfect stems and leaves, and step-by-step in modern floral design will be at the beginning of your journey. Setting The Foundation is full of important and inspirational information for you, as well.
Each module takes you through understanding the basic shape and design of flowers whether thinking of abstract or more realistic flowers.
Each demonstration takes you through my thinking process and you will see how I use brushes with alcohol inks and how the addition of mixed media in our designs adds such depth and excitement to your pieces.
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This class has something for everyone and the possibilities are endless. Whether you want to paint small or go bigger, this class offers you a place to nurture your own style and invites creative expression in floral design.
As always, my classes are about joyfully discovering the energy, motion, flow and the beauty of the alcohol inks and beyond. No two paintings will be alike and from the beginning, your voice and your style will brilliantly shine through each of your paintings.
Whether you are one of my many alumni or a new student to my classes, you will soon understand that experimentation and exploration is an important part of my classes and no matter what your skill level my classes encourage creativity - and FUN!
Once you join, consider this a self-study class where you can go at your own pace, for as long as you like. Doesn't Lifetime Access sound great? You will also have an opportunity to join my Facebook Group - Alexis Bonavitacola Art Classes - where all students in all of my classes share joyfully in my amazing learning community of artists.
My Alexis Bonavitacola Art Classes Facebook group is full of constant encouragement, inspiration, motivation, and support. I am deeply committed to the growth of each and every student in my classes.
The workshop is designed for you to work at your own pace, and you receive instant access to ALL of the workshop content when you login with your Thinkific account name and password (you will be prompted to create a free account upon registering if you don't already have one as one of my past students). Enrollment never closes, so you can join anytime you feel ready to create beautiful Circles of Love!
You will have lifetime access so you can rewatch, pause, and reference back over and over again. You will also receive access to my thriving and welcoming student Facebook group, Alexis Bonavitacola Art Classes, where you can post any of the artwork you create as a result of your learning!
Welcome to Class & Overview
How To Download Your Videos
Visual Supply List - Inks, Air, Sealers
Visual Supply List - Substrates/Papers, Brushes, Pens
Supply List - Acrylics & Nice To Have But Not Essential
Supply List - Florals in Bloom
Safety
Using a Vapor Mask Full Face Respirator - Kellie Chasse
Working With The Thinkific Platform
How to Navigate Your Course
Finding Inspiration for your Florals in Bloom - Part I
Finding Inspiration For Your Florals - Pinterest - Part 2
When Your Flower Garden Is Not In Bloom - Using Artificial/Silk Flowers
Florals in Bloom - Sealing Your Art & Archival Quality
How To Present Your Art
The MOST Important Secret You Need To Know
Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy
Seeking Opportunities For Growth
Playing With Color for your Florals in Bloom
Playing With Greens and Blues for Stems and Leaves and Playing With Color Some More
Mini Lesson On How To Create Great Stems
First Single Abstract Alcohol Ink Floral - Getting The Hang of It
Second Single Floral Study in Alcohol Inks
Single Floral Studies 3 & 4
Single Floral Study 5
Single Floral Study 6
Final Floral Study 7 - Bliss - On Blackout Modeling Film
Using a Brush With Alcohol Inks To Create A Flower
Dancing Queen - Alcohol Ink Coneflower on Black Glossy Cardstock
How to Add Gelatos to Dancing Queen To Give Her More Pizzazz
Floral Symphony - Alcohol Inks on Art Blackout Modeling Film
Florals in Bloom Piece -Gorgeous Peonies and Poppies on White
Drawing 101 - A Easy, Step-By-Step Approach to Creating Simple Modern Florals
Painting Your Floral Drawings in Alcohol Ink and a Brush
Adding Acrylic Color To Create A Gorgeous Backdrop For Your Floral Studies
Summer of Love - Part I - Laying Down Yellow Gesso
Summer of Love - Part II - Adding Alcohol Inks
Summer of Love - Part III - Adding Acrylics to Create a Mixed Media Beauty
Mixed Media - Alcohol Ink Floral and Encaustic Wax
What Is Ceracolor Wax?
Mixed Media - Alcohol Ink Floral and Ceracolor Water Soluble Wax
Blue Opal Abstract Iris Bulb - Encaustic Wax
Mixed Media Iris Bulb - Alcohol Ink and Acrylics
Pinkilicious - Encaustic Wax
Iris Bulbs Using Ceracolor Water-Soluble Wax
Ceracolor Wax When Dried on Black Glossy Cardstock
How To Trace Your Floral Inspirations
How To Use Masking Fluid
Pouring Ink On Top Of Masking Fluid
Removing Masking Fluid And Painting The Iris
Completing The Single Iris Painting In The Field
Floral Beauty - Creating a Mixed Media Piece from a Practice Sheet of Inks and a Photo for Inspiration
Mixed Media on Large Canvas - Midnight Garden - Part I
Mixed Media on Large Canvas - Midnight Garden - Part II
Mixed Media on Large Canvas - Midnight Garden - Part III
Mixed Media on Large Canvas - Midnight Garden - Part IV
Abstract Poppy Garden - Encaustic Wax
Feels Like Spring - Mixed Media: Alcohol Inks, Encaustic Wax, and Pastel on Gessobord
Glow and Abstract Peony Love - Encaustic Wax with a Touch of Alcohol Ink on Black Glossy Cardstock
Poppy Party - Alcohol Inks, Acrylics, and Encaustic Wax
Vibrant Red Poppies on Black Modeling Film with a Touch of Acrylics and Encaustic Wax
Create Your Own Coloring Book!
PicMonkey
Using Lunapic To Create a Pretty Frame For Your Art
Ohmyphotos.com/Wallapp for Showcasing Your Art in Rooms
Wallpicture Lite App (iPhone) Free Version for Showcasing Your Art on Walls
Wallpicture App (iPhone) Paid Version for Showcasing Your Art on Walls
If You Are Still Curious About Apps For Previewing Your Art On Walls
Introducing Kimberly Langlois - Alcohol Ink Art Extraordinaire
Kimberly Langlois' Gorgeous Floral
Thank You For Joining Me in Florals in Bloom
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When you purchase the workshop, you have immediate access to the content and video lessons. Please take into consideration that if you need to order supplies, it may take a week or two for them to arrive before you can dive into creating your Florals in Bloom.
I've listed below some essential supply recommendations, as well as some "nice to have" supplies, but please feel free to start with what you have and grow from there.
In several cases, I have listed the supply and a resource. However, I am showing the resource for you to get an idea of what the supply looks like and for you to do your own comparison shopping. Again – please do not feel the need to order any of the supplies that I list from these particular suppliers.
Important to note: You do not need to use Blackout Modeling Film. Any black glossy substrate will work or, if you do not want to work on black, create your pieces on white. If you like black but are unable to purchase Blackout Modeling Film, Paper Accents makes a black glossy card stock that can be found at many art supply stores. In addition, black vinyl also makes a terrific surface for the inks. You could also work with black canvas sprayed with Rustoleum Triple Thick. Most art supply stores will have a black surface for you to work with for your inks. Blackout Modeling Film is new and many students were curious about the film which is the sole reason for using it in my demonstrations. What I am teaching you is technique; it is up to you to find the best prices and materials that will work for you.
I'm an artist, teacher, entrepreneur, and passionate human being dedicated to leading a purposeful life. I specialize in abstract art, especially the energy, motion, and flow of alcohol inks. I have 20 years as an educator, hold a Ph.D. in education, love teaching students of all levels, and taking my art to new levels. I believe in the value of sharing our talents and giving back to inspire others to grow. I look forward to being your instructor and sharing in your artistic journey.