Discover Classes. Earn Rewards.

Fundamentals of Oil Painting

Unleash your creativity with a comprehensive exploration of oil painting techniques, from materials to composition, at the Richmond Art Center. Master the art of still life painting in a supportive and inspiring environment. Discover the beauty and versatility of oil paints while honing your artistic skills.

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $400
  • 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions
Book Now

No Booking Fees. Lowest Price Guaranteed. Earn Rewards.

Give as a Gift Save to WishList

8 people wishlisted

Start Dates (1)

  • $400
  • Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions
8 seats left
Book
Show all 8 sessions
  • Wed, Apr 10 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, Apr 17 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, Apr 24 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, May 01 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, May 08 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, May 15 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, May 22 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wed, May 29 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Showing 11 of 1

Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this beginner painting class:

Learn oil painting techniques by painting realistic still life- a great introduction to oil paint for beginning painters as well as intermediate painters wanting to hone their skills. Explore the versatility of oil paint as we cover the materials, explore value, brush handling, color and composition. While the focus is on oils, students may work in any painting medium they choose.  

  • Week 1 Topic: Introduction, Materials, Safety, Approach, Clean-up Method
    • Palette: Ivory Black and Titanium White
  • Week 2 Topic: Value and Edges
    • Palette: Ivory Black and Titanium White
  • Week 3 Topic: Human-made objects
    • Palette: Ivory Black and Titanium White
  • Week 4 Topic: Color Theory- The Munsell System
    • Palette: Ivory Black, Titanium White, Ultramarine Blue, Alizarin Crimson, Yellow Ochre
  • Week 5 Topic: Color Theory round 2
    • Palette: optional full palette or limited palette of your choice
  • Week 6 Topic: Wrap-up- moving forward, how to critique when alone, bibliography
    • Palette: optional full palette or limited palette of your choice

What to Bring: 

Suggested Materials (in your chosen medium):

  • 16x20 Grey Matters disposable palette 
  • Brushes: at least two small, two medium, and two large brushes of either a filbert or flat type (oil and acrylic, choose bristle hairs if you like to see brush strokes, soft synthetic if you like smoother paintings) 
  • painting medium (for folks using oils or water soluble oils, I recommend Gamblin’s Solvent Free gel) 
  • odorless mineral spirits (for folks using oils) 
  • silicoil jar (for folks using oils)
  • rags or paper towels 
  • canvas or panels or watercolor paper- somewhere in the 9x12 to 16x20 range of size  

Paint colors minimum: 

  • titanium white 
  • ultramarine blue 
  • permanent alizarin crimson 
  • yellow ochre 
  • ivory black  

Paint colors full: 

  • cadmium yellow medium 
  • cadmium red or pyrrole red (Winsor red) 
  • burnt sienna 
  • burnt umber 

Refund Policy

When class/workshop enrollment is below the minimum three days prior to the first day of class, the class may be cancelled. If there is a cancellation, we will contact registered students at least 2 days before the start of the class/workshop by email or by phone.

We will offer students the option to transfer into another class or receive a full refund for the amount paid.

Classes are not refunded due to failure to attend class, planned absences, minor illnesses, or vacations.

If you drop a class:

  • If you drop a class at least 8 business days before it starts, you will receive a 100% refund minus a $20 administrative fee.
  • If you drop a class between 7 to 2 business days before it starts, there are no refunds. At this point students may receive a class credit if the school is able to replace your seat with another student before the start of class. If this is not possible, crediting will not be offered.
  • If you drop a class on or after the class start date, no refunds or credits are possible.

Transfers:

  • If you transfer to from one class to another class of equal value or more, there is no administrative fee.
  • Otherwise an admin fee will be charged for transfers.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.


Reviews of Classes at Richmond Art Center (13)

Benefits of Booking Through CourseHorse

  • Booking is safe. When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection.
  • Lowest price guaranteed. Classes on CourseHorse are never marked up.
  • This class will earn you 4000 points. Points give you money off your next class!

Questions & Answers (0)

Get quick answers from CourseHorse and past students.

Similar Classes

Richmond Art Center

The Richmond Art Center is the largest visual arts center in the East Bay, and we deliver exciting arts experiences to young and old alike who reflect the diverse richness of our community. We do this through hands-on learning, well-equipped studios, traveling Art in the Community programs and contemporary...

Read more about Richmond Art Center

CourseHorse Approved

This school has been carefully vetted by CourseHorse and is a verified San Francisco educator.

Richmond Art Center

Richmond Art Center

All classes at this location

Google Map

Give This Course as a Gift Card

  • Thousands of classes
  • No expiration
  • Unique and memorable gifts for any occasion
  • Personalized
  • Explore a passion, gain a new skill, discover a new hobby, engage in a memorable experience
  • Instant delivery
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™

Buy a Gift Card

Book this Class as a Group Event

Booking this class for a group? Find great private group events

Or see all Art Group Events

Explore group events and team building activities ranging from cooking, art, escape rooms, trivia, and more.

CourseHorse Gift Cards

  • Creative & unique gift for any occasion
  • Thousands of classes & experiences
  • No expiration date
  • Instant e-delivery (or choose a date)
  • Add a personalized message
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™
Buy a Gift Card
gift card with the CourseHorse logo gift card with the CourseHorse logo
Loading...