Art Bar: Abstract Mixed Media
ART BAR: Abstract Acrylic Mixed Media with Gail Wager
Wednesday, August 5
6 – 8 pm
$50 CAE Members / $55 Non-Members (all supplies included)
Min 5 / Max 25
Loosen up and explore your creative voice in this expressive abstract art experience. Using acrylic paint, mark-making tools, and collage, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your personal style. This class introduces the fundamentals of abstraction, including color mixing and the emotional impact of color. You’ll choose to work within a warm or cool palette, then build your composition through layers of paint, gestural marks, and intuitive experimentation. Collage elements will be added to create movement and draw the eye across your piece.
Enjoy two complimentary drinks as you create in a relaxed, social atmosphere. No experience needed—this class is all about play, discovery, and the joy of the process.
What to Expect
- Introduction to abstract painting and mixed media
- Exploration of color theory and emotional impact
- Layering techniques using paint, marks, and collage
- 2 complimentary drinks included
- A unique abstract painting to take home
Instructor
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Gail WagerWith a B.A. in Fine Arts from Principia College and a Master’s in Art Education from Southern Connecticut State College, Gail brings a rich blend of academic training and hands-on experience to the classroom. She has taught art to students in grades 1–6 and adult education programs in New Haven, Connecticut.
Her dedication to lifelong learning has led her to take classes at the Art Students League in both New York City and Denver. She has studied extensively with accomplished artists including Laura Mehmert and Susie Hyer, and continues to grow her own creative practice through local workshops and an ongoing virtual course with abstract artist and mentor Pam Caughey.
Passionate about fostering artistic exploration at every stage of life, Gail creates a space where students can explore, express, and evolve through their work.
