Foundation Oil Painting - Painting from Life

"No Class: 5/26/2025 (Memorial Day)

Instruction Medium: Oil paint

In the final installment of this three-part foundation oil painting series, students will bring together the skills and techniques developed in the previous classes to paint from the live model. This class focuses on capturing the human form through observation, emphasizing proportion, gesture, anatomy, and the interplay of light and shadow. Students will explore color mixing, layering, and brushwork to create a dynamic and lifelike rendering. The instructor will guide participants through the process, from initial sketching and blocking in shapes to building depth and texture. This hands-on experience provides an opportunity to deepen observational skills, overcome the challenges of working from life, and create a finished, expressive piece that reflects the artist's unique interpretation of the model. By the end of the session, students will leave with increased confidence in their abilities, and a greater appreciation for the art of oil painting from life."