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Acrylic Material Fall Foliage List
Gayle Rappaport – Weiland
T: 805-295 –6690
E: gayle@grappaport.com
Artist – Teacher – Consultant – Curator
Remember don’t let the material list overwhelm you. These are all suggestions- get close. E-mail or call if you are concerned.
· Brushes: sizes of brushes are suggestions note you may use your watercolor synthetic brushes. Wash brushes properly. Check silverbrush.com
- 1” inch square
- 2” inch larger brush for washes (Can be an inexpensive pastry brush)
- #3 rigor, script, or liner brush. (Long and Thin)
- #8 or 10 round brush
- #2 bright bristle brush
- Palette knife (credit card, nail clipper, emery board, pocketknife will work)
Pigments: Golden or Liquetex Basics/etc. any professional grade
- Any quality acrylic is fine.
Recommended Colors: Primary Colors: Red, Yellow, Blue. If you have colors bring what you love. These are basics below. A set with many colors works.
- Yellow Medium Azo
- Prussian Blue
- Red Napthol Crimson
- Titanium White
Note: Colors don’t have to be exact. Make sure to pick a blue & red that creates a good purple. Bring your favorite colors if you already have them.
Canvas:
- Pick a size 12 by 14 or larger. This is a technique that is fun to work large. Cotton artist stretched canvas suggested. Stay away from a square. Gallery wrap o.k.
Palette:
- Styrofoam plate is a good start. Disposable paper palette or aluminum foil also work.
Extra Items:
- 2 water containers, toothbrush, toilet paper, paint rag, pencil, and small piece of sponge.
Important: Plastic Wrap and a blow-dryer. Pick your favorite leaves of a tree to trace.