BEGINNING OIL PAINTING(Level 1 – Beginner)

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Sheila Barbone This class introduces the basics of oil painting using either traditional oil paints or water-based oil paints. Instruction begins with learning how to use the basic materials of oil painting. Students will then proceed to paint a simple still life together step by step. The instructor will provide easel-side guidance and demonstrations. Topics include: Composition – how to set up a still life for painting. Underpainting – applying a thin wash of paint. Sketching – transferring the image onto the canvas. Blocking In – using a larger brush to block in the dark shapes first, followed by other shades and shapes as the painting progresses. This approach is known as Alla Prima (wet-on-wet). As the class progresses, a landscape painting will also be introduced and completed together. (Class content may be adjusted as needed.) 5-week series Mondays, 6pm – 8:30pm November 16 – December 14 Members $210 / Nonmembers $250 Class Supply List Paints: Traditional oil paints or water-based oil paints. Windsor & Newton recommended. Materials may be purchased at Michael’s or ordered online from Jerry’s Artarama or Dick Blick Art Supplies. Colors: Titanium White, Ultramarine Blue, Red Medium, Lemon Yellow, Raw Umber. (Additional colors optional.) Brushes: Flat brushes, sizes #4, #6, #8, #10; one or two medium palette knives. Palette: Disposable paper palette pad or wooden palette. Canvas/Panels: Canvas pads or small canvas panels. Sizes 4 × 6 in. and 8 × 10 in.; six or more of each. Other Supplies: Liquin (small bottle), large roll of paper towels, odorless paint thinner (medium size), two medium jars with lids, a dozen or more disposable rubber gloves, and plastic bags to take trash home.

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