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.
Required Supplies
Figure Painting in Grisaille
Supplies
Oil Paint Pigments (Any professional grade brand)
Mars Black
Raw Umber
Titanium White
Palette options (The larger the better)
Glass
Wood
Disposable grey palette
Brushes (size 0-6)
Oil and acrylic brushes, long handle, synthetic, small to med rounds and filberts
Silcoil Brush Cleaning Jar
Safflower Oil 8.5 Bottle (Brand - Gamblin)
Palette Knife
Centurion OP Professional Oil Primed Archival Linen Panels
20”x16” (Sold in 3 pack)
Optional
Mahl stick
Rubber gloves (recommended)
Apron
Drawing Materials
18” x 24” smooth newsprint drawing pad
Soft to medium hardness charcoal pencils
Kneaded eraser
Instructor
Andrew Grant
Andrew Maurice Grant
Andrew Maurice Grant was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica and migrated to the United States at an early age. His first formal art education was received from Crealdé School of Art and further developed by receiving private academic art training in 2011.
The subject matter for his art is centered around representing women through figuration. Intrigued by mystery and symbolism, Grant uses the feminine as a way to explore these motifs. In 2021, he had his first solo museum exhibition at the Appleton Museum of Art. Grant has exhibited nationally and has work in private collections.