Learning how to paint a costumed model is an exciting and challenging process. Clothes add color, character, texture, pattern, and rhythm to the subject. Learn how to depict fabrics, folds that hug the body, patterns, as well as gloves, hats, and shoes. For those who are interested in getting portrait commissions, this is the opportunity to learn how to do it with this step-by-step guidance.
Vincent van Gogh, known for his mesmerizing swirls and textures, is also the Master of form, unsurpassed at creating dimensionality on canvas. In this course, you will learn how to virtually transform your brush into a magic chisel – the ‘sculpting tool’ that builds volume and space with pigment and color.
Beginners welcome - no art experience needed although drawing experience will be helpful.
What's the first thing you look at when you meet someone? Their eyes. It's long been said that the eyes are the mirror of your soul. In this class, we'll be using circle canvases to create miniature sets of realistic eyes. Learn the secret old masters knew to paint convincing eyes.
Oil pastels are the perfect middle ground between drawing and painting. In this course, we will be exploring the expressive possibilities with this painterly and easy-to-use medium. You'll learn color mixing, layering, blending, mark-making and more while drawing colorful portraits. All levels welcome.
Beginners welcome - no art experience needed.