Painting Big with Matt Lively and Amy Smith
Mondays from 10am–1pm, September 22nd – October 13th
Opening for the finished works: October 18th

Painting Big with Matt Lively and Amy Smith is a class that explores strategies and techniques for creating large-scale paintings—often an intimidating endeavor. We provide support and guidance throughout the painting process, along with a dedicated workspace and a custom-made, primed panel for you to create your Big Painting. Students are expected to bring their own paints and ideas; however, materials for the first meeting will be provided. All mediums are welcome.

During this session, we will be working inside Artspace Gallery for the duration of the class. Students will keep their work on the wall for all four weeks, and the paintings will be available for public viewing each Saturday following class. This is intended to give the community a behind-the-scenes look at how these large works come to life—and hopefully inspire more artists to try working big. Artspace is committed to bringing art to the public in unique and inspiring ways. We’re excited to host our class in this space and support that mission!

Artspace is located in the Stratford Hills Shopping Center at 2833-A Hathaway Rd, Richmond, VA 23225.

Matt Lively has extensive experience with large-scale works.
Amy Smith brings deep knowledge of color theory and composition.

The class includes materials for the first meeting, instruction and demos from Matt and Amy, a 48” x 72” gessoed panel, and a gallery venue for showing the work throughout the four-week course—culminating in an opening on October 18th.

Registration (includes panel and materials fee): $425

I look forward to painting with you!
– Matt Lively