In this class, you will work from real life—still life and landscape, en plein air, to create Organic Abstractions. This type of abstraction is a way of working from nature and the environment, while also re-imagining and re-vision what you are seeing. Nestled comfortably between representation, Expressionism, Impression and Abstract Expressionism, Organic Abstractions are a bridge for the artist and viewer to take a leap into total abstraction. Along the way, you will build an understanding of using light in your paintings and drawings, complex spatial constructs and using a variety of media. We will discuss the works of Georgia O’Keefe, Arthur Dove, Piet Mondrian, Ellsworth Kelly among others.