An introduction to painting in acrylic or oil, exploring the foundations of still-life and portrait painting.
In this introduction to painting, you will begin a journey through the basic elements of painting in your choice of acrylic or oil paint. This class is structured for students new to painting as well as returning students from prior 123 of Painting classes or the like.
The class is structured around a series of exercises that explore the foundations of still-life and portrait painting.
With an emphasis on simple beginnings, the lessons will include
- colour theory
- skin tones, structure and composition
- copying master paintings in order to improve observational skills while learning the components of structure and composition
- students bringing in what they choose to paint and if one is experiencing 'art block', Jake will have images to paint from
Class is suitable for all levels of experience; we start from where you are.
Basic materials provided.
Information, images and logo sourced from the Inverlochy Art School website.
