Foundations of Oil Painting: 2-Day Intensive Workshop
Discover Oil Painting: A 2-Day Intensive Workshop for Beginners and Intermediate Painters
Unlock the fundamentals of oil painting in two immersive days within the inspiring setting of Cockington Court. Designed for beginners and those seeking to refine their skills, this workshop focuses on essential techniques to build a strong foundation for your artistic growth.
What You Will Learn:
Build Essential Skills:
Gain a solid beginning in colour mixing and brush handling while learning to work with oil painting materials effectively.
Understand Light and Shadow:
Create depth and realism by focusing on value and contrast.
Explore Composition:
Develop an understanding of how to structure balanced and engaging artwork.
Professional Practices:
Learn how to handle materials, set up your palette, and mix paint in a professional way.
Focus on Alla Prima (Wet-on-Wet):
The workshop highlights the alla prima (wet-on-wet) technique, encouraging bold, confident brushstrokes and a fresh, expressive style. This approach fosters immediacy and spontaneity, helping you connect with your subject in a dynamic way.
Course Structure:
Day 1: Fundamentals and Skill Building
Introduction to materials and the colour wheel.
Exercises in grayscale and simple still life studies to explore values and shapes.
Day 2: Developing Technique and Confidence
Build on your understanding of colour mixing and apply your skills to focused exercises exploring colour relationships and value.
Work on exercises designed to deepen your understanding of composition, colour, and light.
Why Painting Alongside Me Matters:
Working side by side allows you to benefit from the nuances of technique and decision-making that are harder to convey remotely. Every exercise is demonstrated step by step, ensuring you have clear guidance at each stage and a hands-on understanding of the process.
A Unique Setting:
Set in the historic Cockington Court, this workshop offers a tranquil and inspiring environment for creativity. The private studio provides the perfect space to focus and immerse yourself in learning.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for beginners eager to grasp the fundamentals and intermediate painters looking to refine core skills. No prior experience is required—just dedication and a willingness to learn.
Course Benefits:
Hands-on, practical learning to build foundational skills.
Personalised instruction in a supportive environment.
Develop techniques and understanding to advance your artistic pursuits.
Logistics:
Location: Cockington Court, James Murch Art Studio
Time: 10:00–4:00
This workshop is designed for one to a maximum of three participants, ensuring personalized attention. Once booked, a time and date will be arranged to suit your schedule.
Start building the essential skills that will serve as the cornerstone of your artistic development.
Discover Oil Painting: A 2-Day Intensive Workshop for Beginners and Intermediate Painters
Unlock the fundamentals of oil painting in two immersive days within the inspiring setting of Cockington Court. Designed for beginners and those seeking to refine their skills, this workshop focuses on essential techniques to build a strong foundation for your artistic growth.
What You Will Learn:
Build Essential Skills:
Gain a solid beginning in colour mixing and brush handling while learning to work with oil painting materials effectively.
Understand Light and Shadow:
Create depth and realism by focusing on value and contrast.
Explore Composition:
Develop an understanding of how to structure balanced and engaging artwork.
Professional Practices:
Learn how to handle materials, set up your palette, and mix paint in a professional way.
Focus on Alla Prima (Wet-on-Wet):
The workshop highlights the alla prima (wet-on-wet) technique, encouraging bold, confident brushstrokes and a fresh, expressive style. This approach fosters immediacy and spontaneity, helping you connect with your subject in a dynamic way.
Course Structure:
Day 1: Fundamentals and Skill Building
Introduction to materials and the colour wheel.
Exercises in grayscale and simple still life studies to explore values and shapes.
Day 2: Developing Technique and Confidence
Build on your understanding of colour mixing and apply your skills to focused exercises exploring colour relationships and value.
Work on exercises designed to deepen your understanding of composition, colour, and light.
Why Painting Alongside Me Matters:
Working side by side allows you to benefit from the nuances of technique and decision-making that are harder to convey remotely. Every exercise is demonstrated step by step, ensuring you have clear guidance at each stage and a hands-on understanding of the process.
A Unique Setting:
Set in the historic Cockington Court, this workshop offers a tranquil and inspiring environment for creativity. The private studio provides the perfect space to focus and immerse yourself in learning.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for beginners eager to grasp the fundamentals and intermediate painters looking to refine core skills. No prior experience is required—just dedication and a willingness to learn.
Course Benefits:
Hands-on, practical learning to build foundational skills.
Personalised instruction in a supportive environment.
Develop techniques and understanding to advance your artistic pursuits.
Logistics:
Location: Cockington Court, James Murch Art Studio
Time: 10:00–4:00
This workshop is designed for one to a maximum of three participants, ensuring personalized attention. Once booked, a time and date will be arranged to suit your schedule.
Start building the essential skills that will serve as the cornerstone of your artistic development.
Discover Oil Painting: A 2-Day Intensive Workshop for Beginners and Intermediate Painters
Unlock the fundamentals of oil painting in two immersive days within the inspiring setting of Cockington Court. Designed for beginners and those seeking to refine their skills, this workshop focuses on essential techniques to build a strong foundation for your artistic growth.
What You Will Learn:
Build Essential Skills:
Gain a solid beginning in colour mixing and brush handling while learning to work with oil painting materials effectively.
Understand Light and Shadow:
Create depth and realism by focusing on value and contrast.
Explore Composition:
Develop an understanding of how to structure balanced and engaging artwork.
Professional Practices:
Learn how to handle materials, set up your palette, and mix paint in a professional way.
Focus on Alla Prima (Wet-on-Wet):
The workshop highlights the alla prima (wet-on-wet) technique, encouraging bold, confident brushstrokes and a fresh, expressive style. This approach fosters immediacy and spontaneity, helping you connect with your subject in a dynamic way.
Course Structure:
Day 1: Fundamentals and Skill Building
Introduction to materials and the colour wheel.
Exercises in grayscale and simple still life studies to explore values and shapes.
Day 2: Developing Technique and Confidence
Build on your understanding of colour mixing and apply your skills to focused exercises exploring colour relationships and value.
Work on exercises designed to deepen your understanding of composition, colour, and light.
Why Painting Alongside Me Matters:
Working side by side allows you to benefit from the nuances of technique and decision-making that are harder to convey remotely. Every exercise is demonstrated step by step, ensuring you have clear guidance at each stage and a hands-on understanding of the process.
A Unique Setting:
Set in the historic Cockington Court, this workshop offers a tranquil and inspiring environment for creativity. The private studio provides the perfect space to focus and immerse yourself in learning.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for beginners eager to grasp the fundamentals and intermediate painters looking to refine core skills. No prior experience is required—just dedication and a willingness to learn.
Course Benefits:
Hands-on, practical learning to build foundational skills.
Personalised instruction in a supportive environment.
Develop techniques and understanding to advance your artistic pursuits.
Logistics:
Location: Cockington Court, James Murch Art Studio
Time: 10:00–4:00
This workshop is designed for one to a maximum of three participants, ensuring personalized attention. Once booked, a time and date will be arranged to suit your schedule.
Start building the essential skills that will serve as the cornerstone of your artistic development.