Fine Oil Workshop with Laura Howell

Join us for a condensed, hands-on Fine Oils Intensive Workshop designed for beginners – intermediate! This one-day experience will introduce you to the fundamentals of oil painting, providing a comprehensive foundation in a single immersive session.

Using instructor-provided photographs, you’ll be guided through the entire painting process—from sketching your subject onto the canvas to mastering color mixing, brushwork, and composition. Drawing inspiration from the instructor’s plein air landscape techniques, you’ll gain valuable insights to bring depth and atmosphere into your work.

Workshop Highlights:

✔ Drawing & Composition – Learn how to transfer and sketch your subject onto the canvas for a strong foundation.

✔ Color Theory & Mixing – Understand warm vs. cool tones, light & shadow, and how to mix vibrant hues.

✔ Essential Tools & Materials – Explore the use of brushes, palettes, solvents, and knives.

✔ Painting Techniques – Discover the difference between opaque and transparent colors, layering, and dynamic brushwork.

✔ Landscape & Nature Elements – Capture skies, reflections, waves, trees, and textures with confidence.

✔ Still Life Basics – Apply techniques to paint classic subjects like flowers, fruits, and shells.

✔ Proper Tool Care – Learn how to clean and maintain brushes for longevity.

This structured yet relaxed workshop is perfect for those eager to dive into oil painting and leave with a completed piece. Come ready to learn, create, and enjoy the process!

🎟 Senior Discount (Ages 62+): Enter your DOB and apply the coupon code SENIOR at checkout for $25 off any class over $75.

💡 Scholarships & Discounts Available – Click here to learn more about our education access program.