The palette knife painting technique has roots in the 19th century, gaining prominence during the rise of Impressionism. This method allowed for thicker, more expressive application of paint, with dynamic strokes that emphasized color and form. In the 20th century, artists like Vincent van Gogh, Paul Cezanne and Henri Matisse further popularized the technique, using it to create intense textures and vivid, layered effects. Today, the palette knife remains a popular tool for artists seeking to create depth and spontaneity in their work.
South Perth Learning Centre is running the following evening/weekend beginner classes in palette knife painting using acrylic paint, you can choose from painting a garden, forest, seaside or coral reef:
TWO-DAY CLASSES
By the Moonlight
Mondays starting 30th Sep, 6pm to 9pm $125 (2 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
Ripples by the Sea
Mondays starting 28th Oct, 6pm to 9pm $125 (2 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
Heart of the Reef
Wednesdays starting 30th Oct, 6pm to 9pm $125 (2 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
FULL-DAY CLASSES
The Secret Garden
Sunday 29th Sep, 9 am to 4 pm $145 (1 x 7hrs) [ Enrol ]
Sunday 24th Nov, 9 am to 4 pm $145 (1 x 7hrs) [ Enrol ]
Ripples by the Sea
Sunday 3rd Nov , 9am to 4pm $145 (1 x 7hrs) [ Enrol ]
Sunday 1st Dec, 9am to 4pm $145 (1 x 7hrs) [ Enrol ]
HALF-DAY CLASS
Wildflowers
Sunday 6th Oct, 9 am to 12 pm $90 (1 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
Spring in the Forest
Sunday 6th Oct, 1pm to 4pm $90 (1 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
Ripples by the Sea
Sunday 17th Nov, 9am to 12pm $90 (1 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
Ocean Waves
Sunday 17th Nov, 1pm to 4pm $90 (1 x 3hrs) [ Enrol ]
