Approaches to Oil Painting

About this course

The course examines how artists from the past and present have used style and technique, and considers their influence on contemporary art. Participants analyse and explore these approaches, including through attempts to replicate selected techniques. Teaching combines individual tuition, group discussion and demonstrations. Practical development focuses on organising and mixing colour with different palettes, applying paint, creating colour contrasts, balancing compositions and building spatial awareness in oil painting.

What you'll learn

• Analyse techniques used by historical and contemporary artists.
• Experiment with replicating selected oil painting techniques.
• Organise and mix colours using a range of palettes.
• Apply paint to create colour contrasts and balanced compositions.
• Develop spatial awareness when working with oil paint.

Is this course right for you?

Listed as suitable for all levels, the course accommodates learners working at different stages of oil painting development. Participation combines individual tuition with group discussions and demonstrations. No specific previous experience requirement is stated in the source.

• Teaching includes both individual tuition and group discussion.
• Learners take part in demonstrations alongside their own painting work.

Before you go

• A materials list is provided at the start of the course and includes kitchen towel.