CHL Design: The Illusion of Realism on Painted Canvas

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Class Length:		2 day
Proficiency Level:		All Levels -Must know basketweave & able to read stitch diagrams
Technique:		Painted canvas
Class Description:		The hardest thing to create on a painted canvas is creating the illusion of realistic dimension, of realistic perspective. This is done using texture and lack of texture, creating those effects both with thread and stitches. The class will begin with an intense discussion of the theory of design as it relates to painted canvases. We will concentrate on areas of painted canvases that need dimension in order to be successful. Before class, student will be asked to prioritize areas of his or her canvas. Learn about specific threads, their uses and choose threads that will enhance their canvas. We will study stitches and how to manipulate them. This is not a class where Carole will write a stitch guide for the student, either in advance of the class or during the class. This is a class that will teach each student to confidently pick stitches and to create the illusion of realism on any canvas.
Kit Cost:		$25
Kit Contents:		Extensive class book. Includes thread information, stitch possibilities and stitch guide charts.
Pre-stitching required:		N/A

The Illusion of Realism on Painted Canvas