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WORKSHOP IN WATERCOLOR WASH RENDERING

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Lunch will be served

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

$65 ICAA Members, $85 General, $35 Students & Young Professionals

*Syllabus with material list will be sent upon registration

*Must be present for entire class to obtain AIA and/or Classical Certificate Credits

Lifescape Colorado

455 South Platte River Drive Denver, CO 80223

The Workshop in Watercolor Wash Rendering introduces the most advanced technique in the production of architectural presentation drawings by hand.

The day-long program begins with a review of drafting techniques, and steps taken to prepare watercolor paper for wash rendering. Instructors will briefly discuss the the theory and history of architectural rendering, from the Italian renaissance and the establishment of modern archaeology through the foundation of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and the present day. The group will discuss the purpose of rendering, and consider the impact of the advent of 3D modeling and electronic rendering technology.

Part two begins with a wash rendering demonstration and a presentation of finished wash renderings for review and discussion. Included in the demonstration will be an exploration of aspects of color theory, and practical instruction in wash mixing and the use of pigments.

The reminder of the scheduled time will be dedicated to the production of a rendering by each student. The afternoon will include a brief pause to discuss shade and shadow.

MATERIALS:

In order to participate in the workshop exercises, students must have the following materials:

·        Large triangle or straight edge for drafting

·        Several small (6 oz) containers to hold wash mixes. Sealable containers are preferred so students can take the mixes home in case they don't finish.

·        One larger container (12-24 oz) to hold water for brush rinsing

·        Watercolor brush(es). If students purchase a sable brush, one round no.12 brush should be sufficient. If synthetic, we recommend purchasing an additional round no.4 brush

·        Extra watercolor pad or sheets to practice washes

Accidents happen! Students should wear clothes they don't mind getting paint on. Students should be prepared to take home a 18x24" plywood board.

Materials Provided by ICAA RMC:

·        Watercolor sheet with light linework

·        Watercolor sheets for practice

·        Watercolor tubes

·        Plywood boards for stretching

·        2H and 6H pencils and erasers

·        Small plastic palette

SCHEDULE:

9:00 AM              Welcome & Introductions

9:15-9:30 AM      Distribution of Materials– Board Setup

PART I: DRAFTING FOR WATERCOLOR WASH RENDERING

Drawings have been prepared for the students ahead of time by printing light linework onto watercolor paper. That paper has been pre-stretched. This session includes discussion of how one would prepare a drawing for wash rendering by hand, and the techniques involved in stretching. Students will then be instructed in the enhancement of their pre-stretched drawings by additional drafting.

9:30 – 10:30       Drafting Instruction and the Theory of Wash Rendering

-        Overview of Drafting Technique

-        Stretching Demo

-        Discussion of theory and history of wash rendering

-        Students prepare stretched drawings for wash

10:30-10:45 Break

PART II: WASH MIXING AND RENDERING TECHNIQUES

10:45 – 12:00 Wash Demonstration & Mixing Tutorial

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch provided by ICAA RMC

1:00 – 3:00         Painting Time

3:00 – 3:30 Presentation on Shade and Shadow

3:30 – 5:00 Painting Time

END OF PROGRAM

INSTRUCTOR:

CHARLES SHAFER

Charles Shafer works as a senior architect for Skurman Architects. He has recently overseen the integration of Revit into Skurman's design approach, and his work has aided in the development of new software for realtime 3D rendering and visualization. For a number of years, Charles has enjoyed teaching watercolor, drawing, and architecture workshops for the ICAA and its chapters. Educated at Notre Dame, and Williams College, and with a stint as a high school Chemistry teacher, Charles favors a multidisciplinary approach to design problems. He has also worked with ARCAS, Paris and Hope for Architecture in Oklahoma.