Oil Painting Basics
11 Week Class | Available
The course examines the unique properties of oil paint as a medium and why it has been used by artists for centuries. It is designed for those who are beginners with oil paint or want a greater knowledge, understanding and proficiency in its use. Through different exercises, we explore the boundaries of how oil paints can be applied and the desired effects achieved. Historical and contemporary mediums, materials, and safety of oil paint will be discussed as well as the basic understanding of colour and composition.
Note: Guest Artist, Emily Joyce, will demonstrate traditional paint making for one class.
Base Tuition: $495 + Material Fee: $40 = $535 Total
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- What You Will Learn
- To properly use oil paints and mediums
- Colour theory and strategies
- Translate colour into value
- Basic composition
- Explore different techniques in the application of oil paint, i.e. glazing & impasto
- How to make traditional gesso and grind your own oil paint
- Proper studio safety practices and clean up<
Ian Baggley
Ian is a Toronto based classical portrait painter. His formal training was at the Toronto School of Art where he gravitated to figurative drawing and painting. Since then, Ian has immersed himself in the history and methods of the Old Masters to continue the tradition and mystery of the portrait. Ian’s teaching approach is to provide students with technical support and guidance to help foster the development of their own unique, individual style as an artist. His deeply honest and emotional portraits are found in collections across Canada, the United States and Europe.
- Awarded the Barbara Barrett and the Matthew David Stein Scholarships
- Taught at Waterfront Trail Artists, Lello Art School, ArtWorks Art School, and Neilson Park
Creative Centre
- Also a recognized fantasy illustrator, musician, husband, and father