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WI26 (A) Diana Toma's Abstract Exploration: Painting with Water-Based Media NEW!
Date/Time:	Tue 1/13/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM This class continues on: Tue 1/20/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tue 1/27/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tue 2/3/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tue 2/10/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tue 2/17/2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location:	Abernathy Arts Center
Class Price:	$250.00
Notes:	Supply List: Supply List Abstract Class: Art Instructor: Diana Toma dianatoma@gmail.com Brushes Synthetic bristles are great for acrylics, but you may use whatever you already have. You don’t need a lot of brushes, just make sure to bring at least one large (2 or 3 in.) for backgrounds, a medium flat, and a small flat. You may bring anything other brush you prefer. Water-media Paints If you are new to painting, grab a fluid acrylic set that has a variety of colors. (Amazon find: https://a.co/d/9wPTFfL) Fluorescent or metallic colors are great to add as well if you enjoy them. When painting abstracts in acrylic I recommend using a more liquid paint instead of heavy body, as it can be dripped and splashed easier on the canvas. Feel free to add acrylic inks, markers, water-soluble pencils, pigment powders to your arsenal of supplies. Canvas & Paper We will work on a variety of sizes of canvases and mixed media paper. Bring a mixed media pad at first session (9 by 12” or similar) and we will discuss the size of next painting at each session. Paint palette Bring a disposable paper palette pad, or other type of flat palette; an old frame with glass or wax-coated paper works just fine. Paper plates are NOT good, nor palettes with wells Other Supplies Suggestions (optional) Medium - a small container of gloss or matte medium, any brand (you may also use only water and skip the medium) Palette knife Paper towels or rags Spray bottle Any texture-making objects such as a comb

Join award-winning artist Diana Toma for an expressive journey into abstract painting - where water-media meets imagination. In this class, you’ll explore how to loosen up, paint freely, and let color and gesture guide your composition. Working on paper, you’ll experiment with layers, fluid washes, and mixed media touches to create pieces that feel spontaneous yet deeply personal. Open to all water-based media, including watercolor, acrylic, and inks. 

All levels are welcome - just bring your curiosity and an open heart!

For convenient parking located nearest the tennis courts – use GPS address:  6621 Bridgewood Valley Road, NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. 

Instructor Bio:

Diana Toma is an award-winning professional artist whose style blends traditional techniques applied in a contemporary manner. Holding a master’s degree in fine arts, she has been exhibiting her work since 1996, racking up participating in over a hundred international group exhibitions and 12 solo art shows. Her artworks have been featured in art magazines such Artist’s Magazine, American Artist, The Art of Watercolor, in 2024 being featured on the cover of The Best of Acrylic. An esteemed artist, Ms. Toma is often invited to represent the working artist on panel discussions, such as for the “TechsmARTs” at The Contemporary, “The business of art” at the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs in Atlanta, and judge art competitions, such as “Artists of Georgia Exhibit” at Carnegie Hall, the “Fine Art Annual Competition” at Arts Clayton Gallery, and more. In her free time Diana served as a chair and board member for the International Watercolor society, and Georgia Watercolor Society. Ms. Toma has been commissioned to create art for companies such as HBO, HGTV, USTA, RJTR and her artwork has been acquired to be displayed in public spaces, such as at the Fulton County’s libraries and commercial spaces throughout the Atlanta Metro Area. Diana Toma also teaches painting classes for adults. Her teaching approach focuses on fast, loose painting. Connect with her on social media @ArtByDianaToma

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