Basics of Oil Painting

Basics of Oil Painting

Workshops | This program is completed

585 Park Street Naples, FL 34102 United States

Studio 200

Beginner-Intermediate

1/17/2020-1/18/2020

9:30 AM-3:30 PM on Fri Sat

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$285.00

$235.00

This fun and informative workshop will cover the basic principles of oil painting and get you painting simple and easy to understand objects in a short time. The idea of this workshop is to get you comfortable with the process of painting while teaching you how to paint dynamic and exciting paintings. The class includes interesting and memorable discussions on all the basic elements of painting including, composition, massing, building form, light and shadow – and depending on your own style, knowing when a work is finished (learning how to not overwork your painting). Douglas delivers sound principles of painting that are an incredible foundation for your painting, and whether a person who has never ever picked up a brush, a relatively new painter or a more accomplished painter looking for some strong points to review, it will make sense.

  • These are not absolute, just my way of getting to a good result…
  • Liquin mineral spirits
  • Oils - Utrecht (order from Dick Blick) Cad. Red Light, Aliz Crim., Phthalo Blue, Phthalo Green, Ultram. Blue, Ultram. Violet, Lemon Yellow, Yellow Green, Green Earth Hue, Sap Green, Prussian Green, Yellow Ochre, Ivory Black, large tube of “Permalba” White
  • OPTIONAL Oils - Burnt Sienna, Jaune Brilliant No 2. Holbein Ivory White
  • Paper Towels
  • Disposable palette pad
  • Palette cup to put medium (Liquin)
  • Palette knife
  • Brushes - filberts or flats - #2,4,6 maybe 8 or 10 or rounds in these sizes if you prefer rounds over filberts
  • Mineral spirits or thinner jar for mineral spirits or thinner to clean brushes
  • A few throw away bristle brushes from hardware store in 1" and 2-2.5" sizes Canvases - Quantity: 2-3 5"x7", 2-3 8"x10", 2-3 10"x20" or 12"x16" or 16"x20" (or whatever size desired for larger paintings)
  • Anything else student needs to help them paint well and feel comfortable.
  • *Prior to class, please prime all canvas with a thin coat of thinned down Cad Red light and Permalba white to make a pink or light red tone on canvas.
  • For those who do not want to buy these supplies individually, Douglas will have for sale a “BASIC PAINT KIT” which includes all the basic oils, brushes, palette knife, palette and canvas panels and medium. You would still need to bring some paper towels and rubber gloves. Price is $150, while supplies last. Please reserve your kit 10 days prior to the start of the workshop by emailing Douglas: mail@douglasdavid.com
  • Douglas has a “suitcase of supplies” he brings along, that includes some recommended books, and some supplies in case students need a few items that are forgotten.
David, Douglas

Douglas David has painted his way across the country, capturing the beauty and spirit of the things he loves - tranquil country landscapes, sunrises and sunsets on his favorite beaches, a simple pitcher of spring lilacs or peonies, a lemon, lime or a slice of watermelon on a checked tablecloth. Paintings that reflect comfort, warmth meaning and simplicity: similar to everything important to him - his close knit family, life-long friendships, creatively fulfilling work and giving his best. A recipient of numerous regional and national awards and honors, Douglas’ teaching is a way of giving back and sharing some of his journey with those who choose to study with him. For more detailed information, visit www.douglasdavid.com