Ed Posa has developed over the years a unique style of characterizing the authentic American Southwest. Posa’s use of vibrant watercolors and gouache creates an image by blending traditional Old World southwestern themes with contemporary colors and dramatic impressionistic concepts. His mystical Native Americans’ and sweeping vertical skies have become a trademark and are seen in many of his works throughout the world.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Ed has been painting since his childhood. He attended the University of Wyoming on a football scholarship and became an educator, meanwhile for thirty years, coached high school football in Pueblo,CO and worked with special needs children of all ages. He was named Colorado Coach of the Year in 1967, and in 1981 received the Service to Mankind Award, a richly deserved and cherished honor emanating from his warm personality and genuine caring for others. The works of Ed Posa are true masterpieces of imagination and skill. His original watercolors are now on display at fine art galleries throughout the US, and many of his works are available in limited and open edition prints.
Ed’s artistic reputation continues to increase with each passing year. He is represented by over 25 galleries spanning all of North America, has been featured in numerous publications and is included in many prestigious collections.
Ed Posa Painting, Watercolor and Gouache 20 X 8 (Interest categories: Watercolor and Gouache, Native American, Indian, Painting, Works On Paper, Fine Art, Art Gallery, Ed Posa Artist)
1. Clay – Chavant Le Beau Touche. Get the regular clay, not HM (high melt).
2. Clay warming devices, a metal bucket with a clamp on heat lamp or 100 W bulb works great.
3. Tie wire.
4. Aluminum foil.
5. Scissors.
6. Favorite sculpture tools.
7. Plank of wood (pine) approximately 8″ x 8″ x 2″.
Bring as many planks as you wish…the wood is used as the base for your sculpture.
8. Plumber’s pipe, 1/2″ threaded: Bring several different lengths…up to 10″…not PVC pipe.
Plumber’s pipe T joint.
Plumber’s pipe couplers.
Plumber’s pipe flange.
9. Screws and screwdriver to secure the flange to wood…this may be done before you arrive. (Place flange in the center of plank)
10. Wire cutters
11. Needle nose pliers
12. Rubber mallet.
13. Spatula
14. Measuring devices such as rulers, measuring tape, dividers, and calipers.
15. Because we concentrate on BIRDS IN FLIGHT, live models in the classroom are more distracting than useful. I will demonstrate the technique of constructing a cantilevered bird armature that can be used for many different bird species and will show you how to assemble shapes to capture the “gist” of the specific bird.
16. Bird field guides such as Peterson, Stokes, Golden, or Sibley. Sibley’s Guide to Birds (not Sibley’s Guide to Bird Life and Behavior) is best if bringing only one field guide. This popular book can usually be purchased at any bookstore.
17. Bring your laptop to the class if possible.
18. Bring your sketchbook.
1 Lake Circle Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906
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