Carol Maguire – Joyful Painting: The Art of Pattern – The Influences on Matisse, Bonnard and Van Gogh (Online); Tuesdays, January 14-February 4, 2025

Date: Tuesdays, January 14-February 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Pacific Time (1:00-3:00 PM Eastern Time/6:00-8:00 PM London Time)
Level: All
Medium: All – Carol will work in oil

Taught by Carol Maguire , this class delves into the transformative power of pattern and its profound impact on the works of Matisse, Bonnard, and Van Gogh. Known for her bold application and vibrant use of color, Carol will guide students through an exploration of these masters , helping them uncover how pattern brings rhythm, movement, and energy to paintings. With her supportive and encouraging teaching style, Carol fosters a dynamic environment where students feel empowered to take creative risks and infuse their art with fresh energy.

Carol will demo each week and create an assignment for you inspired by the work of Bonnard, Van Gogh or Matisse.

Come and have fun. Let’s play with pattern in our paintings. Take inspiration from the things that surround you: table linens, textiles, wallpaper or stencils and more.

Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a beginner, this class offers a joyful, hands-on experience of painting with confidence and boldness, learning from the visionaries who revolutionized the world of art.

Open to all levels and all mediums. Carol will demo in oil.