Oil Painting
Oil paint is one of the most-loved mediums in the world. It has a high status in art history, and deservingly so! Oil is a gorgeous painting medium that makes an artwork look fabulous, stand out, and pass the test of time. Have we piqued your interest?
Classes are taught by our talented, professional artist members in our beautiful historic downtown building. If you’ve ever thought about taking up oils, or improving your current skill level, these classes are for you! To join a class, please reach out to one of the instructors below. You don’t need to be an NBAL Member to take classes - anyone over 18 is welcome!
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Instructor: Frances Fontaine
Date and Time: Wed. afternoon from 1:00-4:00 pm. Classes start August 21, 2024. Cost: $174 for six classes Location: Memorial Room, Oil & Acrylic Painting Lessons - Beginner to Advanced
We will review important painting basics like value, color mixing, design, etc. Frances will teach a lesson or do a demo each week. Composition, color study, expressing yourself with bold, juicy brushwork will be included! Loosey-goosey is how we roll! These classes are fun with a serious approach to learning all things painting. Please contact Frances to register. |
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Instructor: Myra Knapp
Time: Thursday 10:00 - 1:30 pm or 12:30 - 4:00 pm Cost: $165 for six sessions including $30 studio fee. Location: Bower Classroom Levels: Intermediate to advanced. A supply list will be sent to new students. You will feel comfortable continuing your journey into painting with traditional oils, water soluble oils or acrylics in this class.
Painting the landscape is the primary focus - reviewing the elements that go into creating great paintings. We will explore designing your painting, harmony of using a limited palette of colors, paint application, brushwork, edges, perspective, drawing, exploring Notan, the benefits of using a value study, simplifying and loosening up your artwork and more. Contact Info:
Phone: (830) 481-3361 Email: [email protected] See more about Myra at www.MyraKnapp.com. |
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Instructor: Gaye Sekula
Date & Time: First Tuesdays, 9am to noon. Class limited to 8 students Cost: $50 per session, plus $5 /student studio fee Location: Bower Classroom An intensive class designed to instruct and encourage students to dig deep and put in the work necessary to be able to express the emotions that make them tick. Assignments will be given to be worked on between sessions and students will be asked to share their results. Each will receive personal guidance for their specific journey as well as help in setting and reaching their goals. Contact Gaye Sekula for more information.
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Instructor: Al Slavin
Time: Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm Cost: $165 for five sessions plus $25 studio fee Location: Bower Classroom Comprehensive oil painting method from canvas prep to varnishing. All levels welcome.
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Instructor: Al Slavin
Time: Fridays 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cost: $175 for four sessions (Includes $20 studio fee) Location: Bower Classroom This is a comprehensive method of oil painting from canvas preparation to color theory to varnishing.
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