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Ron Souza Oil Painting Workshop - Basics of painting a Tropical Hibiscus

Three full days of instruction on the execution of the basic techniques used in creating the State Flower of the Hawaiian Islands, the beautiful Hibiscus.

Painting  will be done on a 20” x 20” canvas, either standard or gallery wrap. There will be a template outline provided for the drawing of the Hibiscus. It will be available in both right hand and left hand positions. A larger or smaller canvas can be used, but the template will fit a 20” x 20” as shown in the photo.




Techniques that will be will be part of the workshop include:
  • Creating a scumbled background
  • Creating folds and shape in the petals
  • Use of shadows to create depth in the flower
  • Creating complementary yet unobtrusive leaves
  • Option to paint any color Hibiscus you desire 



This unique workshop is being offered at a very attractive rate of only $110  for all three days.  There is no single day rate. A list of all necessary  and recommended supplies will be e-mailed to all those who sign up for this workshop.  Required supplies will be at a very minimum.  Limited enrollment, so don’t delay. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Ron at (818) 468-6677 or e-mail to rkprod1942@att.net.    
















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