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406-F Tools, Mediums, and Substrate Relations
Next Class: January 16th 2008

When choosing specific techniques and tools for a project, it is important to understand that the outcome is directly related to your substrates. This one day course gives you the understanding of the relationships between mediums, tools, and techniques. You will discuss in detail the absorbancy of subsrate in relationship to brush-drag and what these effects have on your projects. You will conduct hands-on exercises to further you understanding of mediums and substrates.
Understanding Mediums 1 hr
Understanding Resistance 1/2 hr
Understanding Absorbency 1/2 hr
Understanding Bristle Types 1/2 hr
Assessing Techniques for Efficiency 1/2 hr
Understanding Relationships of Mediums, Tools, and Techniques 2 1/2 hr
History of Mediums and Tool Usage 2 1/2 hr
Plastering
Glazing
Painting
Tool Management
Understanding Mediums
Formula Tracking
Notebook
Camera
Oil and Waterborne Glazing and Painting Tools
Oil and Waterborne Artist Brushes
Finishing Trowel
Spatulas
André Martinez