Tonalism is a uniquely American art form that flourished between 1880 and 1920. Tonalist art was primarily landscape and focused on the feeling, mood or emotion of the scene rather than producing a realistic representation of the subject. Often painting scenes of very early morning, very late in the evening, or foggy, rainy days, the tonalists used subtle colors that were restful and harmonious to the eye and employed soft and lost edges to create an atmospheric perspective and a poetic feeling. Famous tonalist painters included James McNeill Whistler, George Innes, Albert Pinkham Ryder and John Henry Twachtman.
In this workshop we will review the characteristics of tonalism, and example works by famous painters. Following a demonstration, students will work on their own paintings with one-on-one consultation from the instructor. The workshop will conclude with a group critique of everyone’s work.
The instructor will demonstrate using soft pastels, but students are welcome to use the medium of their choice.
SKILL LEVEL:
This course is open to all levels of students.
REFUND POLICY:
Ticket purchases to Art League of Hilton Head events are final. Refunds will not be given for missed or classes/workshops.
If a class or workshop is canceled by Art League of Hilton Head a full refund will be given.
| Materials Included: | No materials are included in this class. A list of materials will be provided below: |
PLEASE BRING
This course is designed so that students can use their choice of medium. Keeping your medium in mind, please bring:
Medium of Choice
Surface Medium of Choice
Palette (if applicable)
Water/Medium Recepticle(s) (if applicable)
Brushes (if applicable)
fixative or varnish (if applicable)
Paper Towels
Pencil & Eraser
Notebook to take notes
Writing Tool
Any additional materials you use with your medium.
QUESTIONS?:
Please Email: Academy@artleaguehhi.org
