Branchini Madonna, 1427, Giovanni di Paolo, Italian, 1403–1482, Tempera and gold leaf on panel, 72 x 39 in. (182.9 x 99.1 cm). The Norton Simon Foundation, F.1978.01.P © The Norton Simon Foundation
The Luminous Panel: Egg Tempera Panel Painting
GETTY CENTER
Museum Studios
This is a past event
Occurred on Sat Dec 03 2016
From Byzantine icons and medieval altarpieces to contemporary works, the art of panel painting with egg tempera has been practiced for centuries. Join artist Sylvana Barrett for a daylong studio workshop exploring this delicate yet versatile medium. Participants make paint, explore both historic and modern painting techniques, and create a small panel painting. Complements the exhibition The Shimmer of Gold: Giovanni di Paolo in Renaissance Siena. Course fee $125 (includes materials and lunch). Complimentary parking.