Oil Painting Bootcamp
2 Day Weekend Intensive
June 21/22
9am to 4pm
Strathnairn Arts, 90 Stockdill Dr Holt
An intensive three-day workshop designed to build strong foundations in oil painting. Perfect for complete beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. This workshop focuses on essential studio techniques, colour theory, and fundamental painting principles, giving students the confidence to begin their artistic journey with oil paint.
I’ll cover the following.
Technical Foundations (materials and equipment, studio practices, value and form, underpainting.)
Colour Theory (colour mixing principles, temperature and value relationships, pigment properties, practical application and clean colour techniques)
The Painting Process (compositional framework, wet on wet application, progressing a painting, problem solving and painting completion).
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will develop:
• Thorough understanding of oil painting materials and safety
• Practical colour mixing and application skills
• Professional studio workflow procedures
• Technical foundation for independent practice
Workshop Format:
• Structured instruction with demonstrations
• Individual guidance and feedback
• Practical application exercises
• Comprehensive course materials provided