© WISPER
Unconventional painting
Location
WISPER Gent
Dok Noord 4D 001
9000 Gent
Language & teacher(s) Dutch/English
Location
WISPER Gent
Dok Noord 4D 001
9000 Gent
Language & teacher(s) Dutch/English
Over the centuries, painting has evolved quite a lot when it comes to subjects and content. But the process and use of materials have remained similar: painting on canvas or panels with brushes is still the convention. So we thought it would be time to question those conventions as well!
During this painting day, we work with everything but the obvious painting materials. We draw and paint with clay, coffee, wood ash, salt, flour... and bring these substances into dialogue with threads and textiles.
We look for expression and tension in texture. On which carrier can we apply our materials to achieve a unique effect? And vice versa: which materials create an unexpected texture when applied? How can carrier and material influence the painted subject?
Whether you have a 'painter's block' and need a breath of fresh air, or just want to challenge the painting process: welcome!
WISPER Gent is situated at the Dok Noord site. Make sure to read the information on our Dok Noord page beforehand because this place can be a bit of a maze when you first come here.
