WORKSHOP MATERIALs List
Pre-event workshop with Aaron Schuerr
Oil and Pastel
Oil Materials List
Bring some of your own good landscape photos, (in case of bad weather.) No magazine photos please!
Painting on location is a considerable challenge. The most important thing is to have a setup that you are comfortable working with. If you’re fighting with inferior equipment or working from a disorganized setup, it will be hard to concentrate on painting!
Easel: Many artists use a French-Box easel. You might consider a half- box- it’s smaller and lighter. Some of the cheaper brands will cause frustration! Another option is a Pochade Box Easel. They set up on a camera tripod and are nicely portable. The palette is built in and they have space to store paint tubes etc. This is what I work with. Two good options: www.artworkessentials.com, and www.stradaeasel.com. These websites also have some great painting accessories to check out. If you have any questions about particular items, please e-mail me.
Palette: Either wood with a nice patina, glass or plexiglass work well. Paper palettes are not recommended.
Storage- you’ll want wet boxes to store your wet paintings in. You can get nice wood panel holders, but they are expensive. A cheaper option is at www.raymarart.com. They make boxes from corrugated plastic.
Panels- I paint on oil-primed linen. It is wonderful to paint on, but it is pricy! If you don’t want to go the linen route, I’d suggest ordering the smooth cotton panels from RayMar. Another source of quality panels is at www.canvaspanels.com. As far as sizes I suggest a range from 6x8 – 11x14. I work mostly 8x10, 9x12, 10x12, and 11x14. Just make sure you have plenty of panels for the class. Plan to have some cheap 6x8 panels for painting exercises.
Brushes – Please do not show up with ratty old brushes. Invest in good brushes and I will show you how to maintain them so that they last for years. I use Rosemary and co. ivory brushes. www.rosemaryandco.com/oil-brushes/ivory-oils. I also like Silver Brush Grand Prix hog bristle brushes. www.jerrysartarama.com Sizes- I use mostly 6 and 8 flats, with a few filberts and brights thrown in. I have a range from #2-10.
Paint - Student grades work, but not as well as artist grades. I don’t push specific colors- if you have a palette that you are confident with, go with it. Here is a nice basic palette: cadmium Yellow light, cadmium yellow medium, yellow ochre, cadmium red light, Alizarin crimson, burnt sienna, cobalt blue, ultramarine blue and titanium white.
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Turpentine jar/brush washer – Also available at www.jerrysartarama.com. Type brush washer into the search. A small sealable jar for cleaning brushes. Another option is available at http://www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/portable-painting
Sketching Materials- Make sure to have a sketch book! I’ve been using a cool sketch box design created by Joshua Bean. If you are interested check out his the link: www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/sketchboxes. It’s a great setup for doing notans (value sketches.) Cost is $75 with the markers/paper included, so I’m not requiring it- just something to consider!
Other Stuff:
A water bottle
A camera
Palette cup (for clean turps)
A medium paint knife for mixing
Medium (optional – linseed oil, liquin, that sort of thing)
Easel umbrella (optional) (to shade your easel. I really like the umbrella available at www.artworkessentials.com)
Paper towels (I like Viva.)
Sunscreen, bug spray, and a brimmed hat.
Sketch book, pencil, and erasers.
Remember to bring a wide range of clothing- be prepared for all conditions!
Pastel Materials List
Bring some of your own good landscape photos, (in case of bad weather.) No magazine photos please!
Easel: The most important thing is to have a good lightweight setup for working in the field with pastels. (I have modified a Strada Easel for pastel- if you are interested in how to do it, contact me.) Other good setups include The Edgemon Easel www.edgemonart.com and Heilman Pastel box. http://heilmandesigns.com
Pastels: Bring as many pastels as possible, bearing in mind that you need to store them safely and carry them into the field. I break mine in half, so that I can fit more colors into my field kit. If you are looking into a set, I prefer the Terry Ludwig and Unison Pastel sets. I’ve also tried out a few of the Blue Earth Pastels, and they are really great! Any of the soft pastels are great, however, most landscape sets tend to have too many bright colors. Best to get out there and get working with your pastels so that you can figure out what works for you.
Paper: Recently I’ve switched to using Pastelmat paper, and I love it! It comes in 12x16 and 9x12 packs- I’ve experimented with the colored papers, and I really like them. I’ve also used Uart (500 grit) and ampersand pastel boards- all good options. Dakota Art Pastel has recently started to manufacture a paper that is similar to Wallis Paper. You can check it out (and the Blue Earth Pastels) at http://www.dakotapastels.com/pages/index.aspx Sizes from 8x10 and 12x16 for plein air work. A lightweight board to tape the paper to.
Sketching Materials: Be sure to bring a sketchbook! I’ve been using a new sketchbox design created by Joshua Bean. If you are interested check out his the link: www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/sketchboxes. It’s a great setup for doing notans (value sketches.) Cost is $75 with the markers/paper included, so I’m not requiring it- just something to consider!
If you have any questions about materials, (easel brands, pastels, paper etc.) please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me! contact@aaronschuerr.com or (406)539-8393
Other Stuff:
water bottle
camera
Easel umbrella (optional) to shade your easel. I really like the umbrella available at www.artworkessentials.com)
sunscreen
bug spray
a wide brimmed hat
Remember to bring a wide range of clothing- be prepared for all conditions!
Oil and Pastel
Oil Materials List
Bring some of your own good landscape photos, (in case of bad weather.) No magazine photos please!
Painting on location is a considerable challenge. The most important thing is to have a setup that you are comfortable working with. If you’re fighting with inferior equipment or working from a disorganized setup, it will be hard to concentrate on painting!
Easel: Many artists use a French-Box easel. You might consider a half- box- it’s smaller and lighter. Some of the cheaper brands will cause frustration! Another option is a Pochade Box Easel. They set up on a camera tripod and are nicely portable. The palette is built in and they have space to store paint tubes etc. This is what I work with. Two good options: www.artworkessentials.com, and www.stradaeasel.com. These websites also have some great painting accessories to check out. If you have any questions about particular items, please e-mail me.
Palette: Either wood with a nice patina, glass or plexiglass work well. Paper palettes are not recommended.
Storage- you’ll want wet boxes to store your wet paintings in. You can get nice wood panel holders, but they are expensive. A cheaper option is at www.raymarart.com. They make boxes from corrugated plastic.
Panels- I paint on oil-primed linen. It is wonderful to paint on, but it is pricy! If you don’t want to go the linen route, I’d suggest ordering the smooth cotton panels from RayMar. Another source of quality panels is at www.canvaspanels.com. As far as sizes I suggest a range from 6x8 – 11x14. I work mostly 8x10, 9x12, 10x12, and 11x14. Just make sure you have plenty of panels for the class. Plan to have some cheap 6x8 panels for painting exercises.
Brushes – Please do not show up with ratty old brushes. Invest in good brushes and I will show you how to maintain them so that they last for years. I use Rosemary and co. ivory brushes. www.rosemaryandco.com/oil-brushes/ivory-oils. I also like Silver Brush Grand Prix hog bristle brushes. www.jerrysartarama.com Sizes- I use mostly 6 and 8 flats, with a few filberts and brights thrown in. I have a range from #2-10.
Paint - Student grades work, but not as well as artist grades. I don’t push specific colors- if you have a palette that you are confident with, go with it. Here is a nice basic palette: cadmium Yellow light, cadmium yellow medium, yellow ochre, cadmium red light, Alizarin crimson, burnt sienna, cobalt blue, ultramarine blue and titanium white.
(continued)
Turpentine jar/brush washer – Also available at www.jerrysartarama.com. Type brush washer into the search. A small sealable jar for cleaning brushes. Another option is available at http://www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/portable-painting
Sketching Materials- Make sure to have a sketch book! I’ve been using a cool sketch box design created by Joshua Bean. If you are interested check out his the link: www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/sketchboxes. It’s a great setup for doing notans (value sketches.) Cost is $75 with the markers/paper included, so I’m not requiring it- just something to consider!
Other Stuff:
A water bottle
A camera
Palette cup (for clean turps)
A medium paint knife for mixing
Medium (optional – linseed oil, liquin, that sort of thing)
Easel umbrella (optional) (to shade your easel. I really like the umbrella available at www.artworkessentials.com)
Paper towels (I like Viva.)
Sunscreen, bug spray, and a brimmed hat.
Sketch book, pencil, and erasers.
Remember to bring a wide range of clothing- be prepared for all conditions!
Pastel Materials List
Bring some of your own good landscape photos, (in case of bad weather.) No magazine photos please!
Easel: The most important thing is to have a good lightweight setup for working in the field with pastels. (I have modified a Strada Easel for pastel- if you are interested in how to do it, contact me.) Other good setups include The Edgemon Easel www.edgemonart.com and Heilman Pastel box. http://heilmandesigns.com
Pastels: Bring as many pastels as possible, bearing in mind that you need to store them safely and carry them into the field. I break mine in half, so that I can fit more colors into my field kit. If you are looking into a set, I prefer the Terry Ludwig and Unison Pastel sets. I’ve also tried out a few of the Blue Earth Pastels, and they are really great! Any of the soft pastels are great, however, most landscape sets tend to have too many bright colors. Best to get out there and get working with your pastels so that you can figure out what works for you.
Paper: Recently I’ve switched to using Pastelmat paper, and I love it! It comes in 12x16 and 9x12 packs- I’ve experimented with the colored papers, and I really like them. I’ve also used Uart (500 grit) and ampersand pastel boards- all good options. Dakota Art Pastel has recently started to manufacture a paper that is similar to Wallis Paper. You can check it out (and the Blue Earth Pastels) at http://www.dakotapastels.com/pages/index.aspx Sizes from 8x10 and 12x16 for plein air work. A lightweight board to tape the paper to.
Sketching Materials: Be sure to bring a sketchbook! I’ve been using a new sketchbox design created by Joshua Bean. If you are interested check out his the link: www.joshuabeen.com/merchandise/sketchboxes. It’s a great setup for doing notans (value sketches.) Cost is $75 with the markers/paper included, so I’m not requiring it- just something to consider!
If you have any questions about materials, (easel brands, pastels, paper etc.) please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me! contact@aaronschuerr.com or (406)539-8393
Other Stuff:
water bottle
camera
Easel umbrella (optional) to shade your easel. I really like the umbrella available at www.artworkessentials.com)
sunscreen
bug spray
a wide brimmed hat
Remember to bring a wide range of clothing- be prepared for all conditions!