In this introduction to oil painting two-day workshop, students will create a monochromatic still life painting by using simple objects such as fruits, bottles, utensils etc. as subject matter. 

 

The focus of this workshop will be on establishing strong composition, identifying and assigning value, and understanding one color interaction in oil media. Workshop participants will be guided in the painting process from the initial preparations of the painting surface through the final details of a completed still-life painting. In addition, we will discuss proper painting techniques and methods, brush strokes, and mediums. 

Instructor
April Dawes has had a life-long love of the arts. She was born and raised in Oklahoma and received her BFA in Oil Painting and Graphic Design from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in 1998. In addition to homeschooling her 3 kids for 12 years, April has taught art in a variety of settings including classrooms, homeschool co-ops and private lessons over past several years.  She has a passion for teaching students the fundamentals and proper techniques of drawing that will allow them to be confident and successful in any artistic endeavors. 

 

In addition to teaching, April is a practicing figurative oil painter who has exhibited in multiple group shows in Oklahoma and Colorado and two solo exhibitions since 2018. She is currently working on an upcoming show in July 2021 at The Kreuser Gallery in Colorado Springs, CO.

Course Type:
2 Day 

Class time:
Friday, November 20th, 6pm - 8pm 
Saturday, November 21st, 10am - 4pm (a break for lunch will be provided)
* The instructor will be wearing a mask and participants are asked to wear one too.

Tuition:
$95.00 members; $120 non-member

Ages:
16 years old and up

 

Supplies will be provided, but students are required to provide 

oil paint brushes - long handle recommended; at least 4, various sizes (2-6)