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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: Myra Knapp
Time: Thursday 10:00 - 1:30 pm or 12:30 - 4:00 pm

Cost: $165 for six sessions including 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: kattknapp@sbcglobal.net
​See more about Myra at www.MyraKnapp.com.

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Instructor: Gaye Sekula 
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Date & Time: First Tuesdays, 9am to noon.  Class limited to 8 students
Cost: $50 per session, plus $4 /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. 
Contact Info: 
Email: gaye@gayesekula.com
Website: www.sekulastudio.com​

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Instructor: Al Slavin
Time: Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $165 for five sessions plus $20 studio fee
Location: Bower Classroom
Comprehensive oil painting method from canvas prep to varnishing.   All levels welcome.
 Contact Info: (210) 287-5785 or slavinart.85@gmail.com
​See more about Al at 
www.alslavin.com​.

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Instructor: Al Slavin
Time: Fridays 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost: $175 for four sessions
Location: Bower Classroom
This is a comprehensive method of oil painting from canvas preparation to color theory to varnishing.
Contact Info: (210) 287-5785 or slavinart.85@gmail.com
​See more about Al at 
www.alslavin.com​.
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  • Home
  • Workshops
    • Sep 8-10, 2023 Al Slavin
    • Oct 12-14, 2023 Joan Fullerton
    • Nov 10-11, 2023 Tom Lynch
    • Jan 19-21, 2024 Vie Dunn-Harr
    • Feb 29-Mar 3, 2024 Joan Fullerton
    • April 19-21, 2024 Monika Pate
  • Classes
    • Acrylic Painting
    • Drawing-Based Media
    • Oil Painting
    • Photography >
      • Essentials of Photography
      • Essentials of Photo Editing
      • One-on-One Classes
    • Sculpture
    • Water-Based ​Media
  • Special Shows
    • 2022 Artist of the Year
    • Anything Goes Show
    • Teen Spring Gallery Show
    • CLAG Lasting Impressions
    • Art in Bloom Show
    • Texas Show
    • Love that Red Show
    • Centex Rejuvenance
    • Two Rivers Plein Air Show >
      • TRPA Sponsors
    • ARToberfest Show
    • Small Works for Big Holidays Show
  • Members
    • General Membership
    • Displaying Membership
    • Member Resources
  • About
    • Artists of the Year
    • Archive of Member Art