Want to work on your still-life skills? Would you like to learn to paint quickly and focus on problem solving? This class will focus on teaching you how to complete a small still life in three sessions.

In this 10-week class we will use a structured approach to create small  paintings in oil. We will spend three days per painting. Subject matter will be set up by the instructor and will be a range of objects including fruit, vegetables, metal, bone, crockery, fabric and other objects.

The approach will be working quickly and efficiently. Day one will consist of a small color study, drawing and a value block-in. Day two will be the color block. Day three will be finishing. We will plan on completing three still lifes in this fashion.

It is suggested to have some experience in drawing and/or painting. If you have questions about your experience level please reach out to the instructor to discuss.

This course follows the Atelier curriculum and is designed to help students further develop both technical and creative skills. Introduction to Still Life builds upon the foundations established in Basic Drawing and Painting, guiding participants through the process of creating a still life in oil.

Students may choose to paint a still life arranged on a flat platform or a trompe l'oeil displayed on a stand. Working through a structured sequence, including a color study, a value study, and a final painting, students will gain practical experience and confidence in bringing a still life to completion. Instruction will emphasize process, composition, lighting, and the effective use of color.

This class provides supportive guidance for painters at all stages, offering step-by-step direction for those new to still life and opportunities for more experienced students to refine their technique and expand their artistic range.

Want to work on your still-life skills? Would you like to learn to paint quickly and focus on problem solving? This class will focus on teaching you how to complete a small still life in three sessions.

In this 10-week class we will use a structured approach to create small  paintings in oil. We will spend three days per painting. Subject matter will be set up by the instructor and will be a range of objects including fruit, vegetables, metal, bone, crockery, fabric and other objects.

The approach will be working quickly and efficiently. Day one will consist of a small color study, drawing and a value block-in. Day two will be the color block. Day three will be finishing. We will plan on completing three still lifes in this fashion.

It is suggested to have some experience in drawing and/or painting. If you have questions about your experience level please reach out to the instructor to discuss.