BobBlast #286

"Paint Your Canvas Bags"

Welcome back to another BobBlast!

Too many canvas bags? Paint on them. It's that time of year when I realize I've accumulated too many canvas bags, picked up throughout the year. Some bags (or aprons) are from Art Stores or Art Suppliers... so their bags have their name and a BIG LOGO displayed prominently. 

I like these bags to carry those odd-ball items such as paper towels, big brushes, your water bucket etc. Twenty-some years ago I started painting these canvas bags - for ownership, to tell which bag was mine and just because it was so cool!

Canvas bags are... well, canvas! So I claimed a new surface, got out the gesso and chose very good art materials. These bags have been loyal workshop soldiers - used, washed in the washing machine and used again.

Watch my how-to demo! Here is the step-by-step:

1) Slip a hard surface (like a canvas panel or a piece of cardboard) inside the bag so you have a hard surface to work on
2) Tape off the painting surface area on the bag or apron - this is to create a clean edge.
3) Apply the gesso to cover up the company logo - I use two coats for maximum coverage
4) After the gesso has dried thoroughly, paint! I use very good paint for longevity. I use Holbein Artist Acrylic Paint. Other professional grade paints will work too.
5) When your painting is dried - sign your name!
6) Finally, brush on a clear acrylic varnish.

Imagine, walking around with your own painted canvas bags! They make great gifts too!

Be ready to talk about your art!

Painted Shoes

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Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Here's a quick reminder and some upcoming workshops and dates. 
If interested, sign up now!

Featured Workshops - come paint with me!

January 13-16, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
4-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Thursday)
San Diego Watercolor Society
Contact the Marilyn Miles, Premier Workshop Manager
Workshops@sdws.org

January 20-22, 2020 
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
Art Trysts Studio
Clearwater, FL
Contact Lorie Ulen, (888) 727-1190 ext 1
Workshops@arttrysts.com

January 25 - February 1, 2020
February 1-8, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage in Mexico!
Casa de Los Artistas
Boca de Tomatlan, 10 miles South of Puerto Vallarta
Contact Robert Masla, (413) 625-8383

February 17-21, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
5-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Friday) 
Quayside Gallery, Pensacola, Florida
Contact Quayside Gallery (850) 438-2363
or workshops@quaysidegallery.com
Click here for more info for more info

March 3-6, 2020
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting
4-day Painting Workshop (Tuesday-Friday)
The Villages, Florida
Contact Wanda Boyd (804) 536-1794 wboyd2009@yahoo.com

March 19-22, 2020
Robert Burridge Studio Figure Painting Workshop/undraped model
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 6 enrollees
Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

March 28 - April 7, 2020
Holland Riverboat Cruise!
Sponsored by Dillman's Art Workshop Retreat
Contact stephanie@dillmans.com (715) 588-3143

April 16-19, 2020
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
3.5 days Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

April 24-28, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
Workshop Location - Hotel 10
10 Sherbrooke West, Montreal, Quebec
Contact Lucie Michel, 514-889-8191 or
email luciemic123@hotmail.com

May 3-9, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
5-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Friday)
Hudson River Valley Art Workshop
Greenville, NY
Contact Kim LaPolla (518) 966-5219 or (888) 665-0044
PO Box 659, Greenville, NY 12083 

May 18-20, 2020
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting
3-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Wednesday)
Sedona Arts Center
Sedona, AZ
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809
Click HERE for more info

May 22-24, 2020
Contemporary Abstract Figure
3-day Painting Workshop (Friday-Sunday)
Sedona Arts Center
Sedona, AZ
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809

June 8-12, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
5-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Friday)
Dillman's Arts Workshop Retreat
Lac du Flambeau, WI 
Contact (715) 588-3143 or vacations@dillmans.com

June 15-18, 2020
Burridge Mentor Program
Details coming!
Dillman's Arts Workshop Retreat
Lac du Flambeau, WI 
Contact (715) 588-3143 or vacations@dillmans.com

June 25-27, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
3-day Painting Workshop (Thursday-Saturday) 
Art Box Studio
1302 Monte Vista, Unit 9, Upland, CA
Contact Sylvia Megerdichian (909) 981-4508 or artboxsylvia@netzero.net

July 13-17, 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
5-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Friday)
Mendocino Art Center
Mendocino, CA
Contact Gina Hurst-Roach, registrar (707) 937-5818
or register@mendocinoartcenter.org

July 20-24, 2020
Contemporary Abstract Figurative Painting & Collage
5-day Painting Workshop (Monday-Friday)
Mendocino Art Center
Mendocino, CA
Contact Gina Hurst-Roach, registrar (707) 937-5818
or register@mendocinoartcenter.org

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"Paint Your Canvas Bags"
Paint Your Canvas Bags

Love, Peace & Happiness,
Robert Burridge
www.RobertBurridge.com
BobBlast #286- Video run time 9 minutes, 59 seconds

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