I want to register with all materials provided.
I want to register and I will supply my own materials (list below).
Curious about oil painting but not sure where to begin? This welcoming, beginner-friendly class takes the mystery out of oil painting.
We’ll cover all the basics: How do I set up my palette? What surfaces can I paint on? How much paint should I use? How do I clean my brushes? What are mediums and do I need them? We’ll also talk about how to create a simple, low-toxicity oil painting practice without relying on traditional solvents.
We’ll cover the fundamentals of handling oil paint, mixing color, using brushes, and building a painting. There will be plenty of time for questions, demonstrations, and hands-on painting. No previous painting experience is necessary.
Course Schedule:
October 1: Materials, Setup, & Color Mixing
October 8: Intro to Basic Shapes & Drawing with Paint
October 15: Painting a Still Life
October 22: Choosing a Reference Photo & Planning a Painting
October 29: Start to Finish: Making a Painting
Please e-mail Melissa at melissa@beebalmstudio.com if you wish to sign up for an individual class.
SUPPLY LIST -Students choosing the “Bring Your Own Supplies” option should bring:
Oil Paint
“Gambin” or “Winsor & Newton” preferred (Gamblin 1980 is also great) but there are a number of other good brands available, bring what you have, with the exception of “Winton” brand, please do not bring Winton Oil Paint.
Titanium White
Hansa Yellow (or Cadmium Yellow Medium or Light)
Scarlett Lake (or Cadmium Red Light)
Ultramarine Blue (or French Ultramarine)
Yellow Ochre
Alizarin Crimson
Burnt Umber
Brushes
4–6 long-handled brushes suitable for oil painting in a small assortment of sizes
A mixture of filberts, flats and/or rounds is ideal. For example: #2–4, #6, #8 and one larger brush.
Painting & Cleanup Supplies
Approximately 4 oz walnut oil
Small glass jar with a secure lid or lidded brush-cleaning tank
Viva Brand Paper towels (or blue “shop” paper towels)
Disposable palette paper (or a Masterson “Sta-wet” Seal palette with glass)
8×10 or 9×12 canvas panel, one for each class session
Optional
Apron
Disposable Gloves
Palette knife
Retractable glass scraper if using a glass palette
Portable plein air easel
The Masters Brush Cleaner & Preserver
One tube of acrylic paint in any color for toning the canvas (no black)
Please do not bring mineral spirits, turpentine, or other solvents. Please email Highfieldfineart@gmail.com if you have any questions.