During the last AMSS show in Antwerpen I had a discussion with some dutch modellers about figure modeling in the Netherlands and the lack of painting workshops here. So the interest for such a workshop was investigated under the dutch modelers and we got good response. The project went to the next fase and Sander and I started organizing the workshop which was held on Saturday 21 May in Woerden. The subject for this day was painting faces with acrylics.
I had to wake up early in the morning because I still had a 1.5 hours drive to Woerden in front of me. After arriving I had chat with the rest, unpack and finally a cup of coffee.
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| Starting with some coffee |
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| The demonstration |
After some coffee the workshop started with a presentation and a demonstration. For the demonstration a 54mm face of Ramses II from Art-Girona was used. A great character face sculpted by Adriano Laruccia. After a demonstration of applying the highlights and shadows, the people started working on their own face. Accompanied with some nice music. Soon a good lunch arrived with soup and sandwiches. After a satisfying meal the group continued with work on their faces.
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| Painting Ramses face |
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| The people working on their figures |
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| The face I prepared for the workshop |
After some hours of painting, talking, making fun and looking at each others work it was already time to finish. We ended the day with some drinks and snacks and a chat. Below you can see the pictures of the work (in progress) done during the day.
I had a great time, thanks to all the people and to Sander for the excellent organization!
Cheers,
Marcel.
