Weekly BobBlast Issue 468

Heartfelt Thanks


Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!

Wow! I just celebrated my 80th birthday and this week's BobBlast is a BIG THANK YOU for your messages, photos, videos and songs! I am overwhelmed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your many kindnesses.


I wanted to paint something to express my appreciation, so I thought a HEART was very appropriate.


In this short demo, I am using Holbein Artist Acrylic Paint - heavy body, Kilimanjaro watercolor paper from Cheap Joe's and Isopropyl alcohol. The watercolor paper has been gessoed.


My steps for painting this heart:

  1. I wipe the watercolor paper with a mid tone
  2. Draw in my heart shape with paint
  3. Add a sprinkle of isopropyl alcohol to get my creative juices going
  4. Negative shape painting to establish the heart shape
  5. Start wiping away
  6. Scrape and scratch into the surface. I added a heart air balloon ladder!


I can't thank you enough!


Enjoying watching Bob's Demos? Join Bob Online!

• June 20, 2023

“Creating Contrast in Abstract Painting”

• July 11, 2023

“Quick Guide to Working with Neutrals”

• August 9, 2023

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

• September 6, 2023

“Dramatic Landscapes: Clouds and Skies”

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Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders 

In-Person Workshop: July 21-23, 2023

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Learn how to create a singular!

Sponsored by Burridge Studio


Join us for our NEW 1-Day Online Intensive Workshops

• July 15, 2023

"Loose Abstract Landscapes

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•August 31, 2023

"Painting the Illusion of Glass Vessels"

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Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California

Studio Mentor • Instructional • Figure Painting Workshops

3-day Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - July 21-23, 2023

Studio Mentor Workshop - August 3-6, 2023

5-day Loosen Up with Aquamedia - September 11-15, 2023

Studio Mentor Workshop - October 5-8, 2023

Studio Mentor • Instructional • Figure Painting Workshops

The Entire 2023 Studio Workshop Schedule is on our website!

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Don't Miss! - Online Figure Workshops

June 23-25, 2023

Drawing & Painting the Model Pash with Motion and Emotion

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•and•

November 11-12, 2023

Paint Bob's Circus!

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Want more info and a hands-on experience about Neutrals?

We have an online workshop coming up!

Neutrals! How to Create & Use

•August 26-27, 2023

Color is exciting! Bright colors scream color! Neutrals whisper…

This Burridge workshop is all about neutral colors.

How to make neutrals and how to use neutral colors effectively in your paintings.

•You will make your own Neutral Color Chart as a studio reference

•You will learn to “grey down” color and discover which colors make neutrals pop

•Plenty of time for experimentation in mixing your favorite neutrals

•Making mud verses working with neutrals - Bob will assist you in learning the difference

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Burridge Critiques Your Art

Online honest critiques • Private one-on-one

Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions

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We have Gift Certificates!

For YOU to give… or for someone to give YOU

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Burridge Available ArtWork - For sale on our website

New Available Work and Small Original Paint Sketches!

Check it out!

Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? 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

Our most current Workshop Schedule!

Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!

Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops

Click here for more info.

Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.


•June 20, 2023

Bob's Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Creating Contrast in Abstract Painting”

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


•June 23-25, 2023

Drawing & Painting the Figure with Motion and Emotion - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com 

Click here for more info


•June 26-30, 2023

Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop

Abstract Painting & Collage

5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 

Limited to 10 enrollees 

Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

Click HERE for more info


•July 6-9, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Figure Painting Workshop/undraped model

4-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 

Limited to 6 enrollees

Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

Click HERE for more info


•July 11, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Quick Guide to Working with Neutrals”

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


•July 15, 2023

Loose Abstract Landscapes - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


•July 21-23, 2023

Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info


July 29-30, 2023 

Non-Objective Mixed Media - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.


•August 3-6, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop

Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA

4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees

Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

Click HERE for more info.


•August 9, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more info

 

•August 19-20, 2023

Fix & Finish! - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.

 

August 26-27, 2023

Neutrals! How to Create & Use - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.

 

•August 31, 2023

Painting the Illusion of Glass Vessels - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

Click here for more information.


For more 2023 and 2024 Workshop Dates click here!

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Heartfelt Thanks

Love, Peace & Happiness,

Weekly BobBlast 467 - Video run time 7 minutes, 53 seconds


Bob’s 80th Birthday Party Blog


Bob BIG Birthday was on June 17.

You can still leave your own special

Happy Birthday message for Bob!

You can add a photo, a short video, you can sing! 


Click here to leave your message


He will LOVE it!

Robert Burridge
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