Create large studio landscape paintings (at least 16×20”) from reference photos. Spend first three weeks working on one painting, then moving to a second piece for the final three weeks. Drawings will be transferred using the grid method before starting an underpainting to establish values, design, and composition. Not suitable for beginners.
Prereq: Oil I or similar experience

Working with models over the course of 6 weeks, we will explore painting the figure in oil paint. Grisaille is a French term meaning ‘greyed’ and with using only a few pigments, our goal will be to create a voluminous representation of the figure. By simplifying our palette, it gives us the opportunity to focus primarily on value and paint handling while also examining the structure and anatomy of the model. There will be discussions on drawing, palette organization and paint application through demonstration and practice.

Prereq: Life Drawing, Oil Painting I, or similar exp. Not suitable for beginners.

Students will learn basic techniques of the alla prima (direct) method of applying oil paint. In addition to paint application and brushwork, students will learn to mix color using a split-primary palette. Working from still life setups, students will complete one weekly study to explore techniques for rendering glass, ceramic, metal, and organic objects. They will learn to see and copy the color value and intensity changes in color. There will be demonstrations of techniques and discussions about methods, materials, and supplies used in oil painting.

Students will learn basic techniques of the alla prima (direct) method of applying oil paint. In addition to paint application and brushwork, students will learn to mix color using a split-primary palette. Working from still life setups, students will complete one weekly study to explore techniques for rendering glass, ceramic, metal, and organic objects. They will learn to see and copy the color value and intensity changes in color. There will be demonstrations of techniques and discussions about methods, materials, and supplies used in oil painting.

Learn to mix paint pigments to achieve any hue according to its value and intensity. With a split primary palette oil paint arrangement, exercises show that mixing complementary color relationships is crucial. Topics include various color models and suggestions for color harmony and basic design and compositional elements.

Paint the landscape in oil emphasizing capturing the light, atmosphere and color. Work from your own or instructor photographs. There may be a chance to incorporate an outdoor session or two, depending on weather and student interest. We will explore both painting directly and working in several layers of opaque and transparent paint consistencies.
Prereq: Oil Painting I or similar experience