Coppini Academy of Fine Art
115 Melrose Place
San Antonio, Texas 78212
TX
United States
Sandra Esparza
sandralespara@gmail.com
956-236-4305
In this 3-day workshop, Zhaoming will teach a traditional “painterly” technique of oil painting. It will be applied to clothed figure painting in an alla prima” approach. Emphasis will be placed on composition, color and understanding light on form. It will include the process of producing appropriate values and edges to create mood and atmosphere. Students will be led into portrait painting practice by observing Zhaoming’s demonstrations along with individual instruction, and critiques.
Zhaoming’s understanding of classical techniques and superb draftsmanship has enabled him to paint in a loose manner, developing his own concept and personal style.
His workshop is special and limited to a few throughout the year.
Demo from live young female model A, in the morning(3 hours).
Student paint from same model A at afternoon (3hours). Zhaoming will give the individual instruction, critique to at afternoon
Demo from live young female model B, in the morning(3 hours).
Student paint from same model B , at afternoon (3hours). Zhaoming will give the individual instruction, critique to at afternoon
Demo from live young female model A, in the morning(3 hours).
Student paint from same model A at afternoon (3hours). Zhaoming will give the individual instruction, critique to the student in afternoon.
Influenced by the 19th century French painters, Zhaoming Wu describes his ork as representational, but not traditional classical. This technique can be seen through the combination of more modern elements. Utilizing his knowledge of heightened colors and values, he makes powerful, conscious decisions about their application. Active for many years as both an artist and a teacher, Zhaoming has works exhibited in museums and private collections around the world.
The national and international publications have highlighted his vibrant career and technique. He has been featured in major domestic art magazines such as Fine Art Today, Fine Art Connoisseur, American Art Collector, Southwest Art, Art of West and Plein Air Magazine. International publications include Arte Y Libertad (Spain), Art Panorama (China) and Pratique des Arts, (French). He has published 11 books and was featured in 3 instructional DVDs.
Major awards and honors have been given to Zhaoming Wu. These organizations include the International Artist’s Magazine, Oil Painters of America and the National Oil and Acrylic Painter’s Society, among others. For 9 consecutive years, he was a juror of an international art contest at the Museum of Modern Art in Barcelona, Spain.
The Coppini Academy of Fine Arts
115 Melrose Place San Antonio, TX 78212
210.530.8445
