Foundation Oil Painting-The Mastercopy

Aron Hart $1004

January 12 - March 18

M, W

6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Gage SLU

Beginner

UPDATE: This class is FULL

No Class: 1/19/26 (MLK Holiday)

In the second part of our three-part foundation series, students will engage in the time-honored practice of master copy painting. This classical approach allows students to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of both the medium of oil painting and the techniques of the artist they choose to emulate. By closely studying the work of a great master, students can significantly enhance their personal artistic development and refine their technical skills in oil painting. Throughout the 10-week (19) sessions, students will work on two master copies simultaneously, allowing them to build confidence and proficiency in oil painting by the end of the term.

Required Supplies

*Artist Grade Oil Paints:

· Titanium White

· Naples Yellow

· Cadmium Yellow Light

· Yellow Ochre

· Venetian Red

· Cadmium Red Light

· Alizarin Crimson

· Burnt Sienna

· Raw Umber

· Viridian

· Ultramarine Blue

· Ivory Black

*These are good to begin with, however other colors may be needed depending on master copy chosen.

Supports:

· 2 canvases, each proportionate to chosen master copies.

Brushes: You can bring in your favorite brushes to work with, but in case you need to purchase some here is what I suggest to start with. In either case you will need both bristle brushes and softer synthetic brushes for this class.

· 1 each of #2, 4, 6, & 8 filbert bristle brushes

· 1 each of #2, 4 & 6 filbert synthetic brushes

· 1 each of #4 or #6 round synthetic brushes*

*A very good round is the #4 Escoda Modernisia

Other Materials:

· Sketch pad and pencil for thumbnail studies and notes

· Palette (glass or wooden, be sure the wooden palette is sealed such as New Wave)

· Maul Stick* (optional but very handy)

· 2 trowel shaped palette knifes (Dick Blick style #44 is a good size)

· Clean absorbent rags (very important)

· Paper towels

· Refined Linseed oil

· OMS – Odorless Mineral Spirits (Gamsol)

· Brush washer or jar with lid for solvent

· 1 small jar with lid for medium

· 2 bull dog clips

· Masterson Sta-Wet Palette Seal* (optional to store and transport a wet palette)

Aron Hart

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