Weekly BobBlast Issue 310
Triangles - Another Shape!

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!
Shapes, more shapes! A previous BobBlast featured circles. So this BobBlast is all about another basic shape - the triangle!

Just like circles and squares, triangles can be found everywhere in nature. I was looking at a chicken - triangles for the body, head, tail and feet. This makes for a great concept and I stay on track with such a strong visual!

Today's painting concept begins with loosely splashed colors on a full sheet of watercolor paper. I am not using a specific color combination - I am going for the gusto, with loose, abstract splashing. I keep my brush moving quickly with pure color, avoiding making mud.

After the initial "mess" dries, I develop the shape of a chicken - rather, a Circus Bird - by keeping the basic triangular shapes in mind. How? By negative shape or reductive painting. I establish the chicken shape by painting with opaque colors over the areas that don't look like the chicken!

Notice in the demo that I start by lightly wiping a translucent gold over the entire surface to darken and pull together the overall colors. Next, with a light opaque color, I brush in the background around the chicken shape. This is the negative shape painting technique. I also use opaque colors over any colors that don't work anymore.

To create an atmosphere of fun and excitement - I turn my chicken into a "Circus Bird" with ribbons and costumes! It's a goofy and quirky way to be more adventurous in your painting.

It doesn't always have to be great - but it will always be fun!

Post your work in out newest exhibit - Let's Dance!
Keep the theme in mind - Specifically, with this exhibit we want to see your interpretation of dance, movement, and expressiveness. Post your Let's Dance paintings - your vision, and enjoy looking through the international gallery.
Here’s what to do next to join our virtual exhibit of Let's Dance:
  1. Click on this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/RobertBurridgeStudioLetsDanceVirtualExhibit
  2. OR search in Facebook for Robert Burridge Studio Let's Dance Virtual Exhibit
  3. Join the group
  4. Post your work!
  5. Add your name, title plus more info.

Looking forward to seeing your work!
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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 [email protected]

Our Workshop Schedule is a little up in the air right now!
Please contact the Workshop Coordinator listed for the latest news.
August 3-7, 2020
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting
Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff
Boone, NC
Contact Edwina May, Workshop Coordinator (800) 227-2788 

August 13-16, 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 [email protected] for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

August 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 [email protected] for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

August 24-28, 2020
Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop
5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio (Monday-Friday)
Contact [email protected] for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

September 15-18, 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 [email protected] for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

October 26-30, 2020
Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting
Vancouver Island Art Workshops
British Columbia, Canada
Contact Mary, (250) 714-8080 

November 12-15, 2020
Art of the Carolinas - Workshops & Art Materials Exhibition
Sponsored by Jerry’s Artarama
Raleigh, North Carolina
Contact Sharon DiGiulio (800) 827-8478 ext 156 [email protected]

November 19-22, 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 [email protected] for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

November 30-December 10, 2020 - NEW TRIP!!!
Paint Cuba with Bob Burridge
Explore Amazing Places
Contact [email protected] or
(623) 888-1314
Click here for more info.

January 23-30, 2021
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

March 29 - April 7, 2021 - RESCHEDULED!!
Essential Holland: Tulips in Spring River Cruise
Loose, Impressionistic Sketching & Painting Workshop
Sponsored by Dillman's Art Workshop Retreat
Contact [email protected] (715) 588-3143

April 26-30, 2021 - RESCHEDULED!!
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
Workshop Location - TBA
Montreal, Quebec
Contact Lucie Michel, 514-889-8191 or

June 15-19, 2021 - RESCHEDULED!!
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage
Dillman's Arts Workshop Retreat
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Contact (715) 588-3143 or [email protected]

June 22-25, 2021 - RESCHEDULED!!
Burridge Mentor Program
Dillman's Arts Workshop Retreat
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Contact (715) 588-3143 or [email protected]
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Triangles - Another Shape!
Triangles Another Shape
Love, Peace & Happiness,
BobBlast #310 - Video run time 12 minutes, 59 seconds

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