Oil Painting Studio Series for Adults: Tuesdays 11/10-12/15, 12-3:00

Oil Painting Studio Series for Adults: Master the Fundamentals and Paint What You Love!
Tuesdays November 10th - December 15th, 12-3:00 (Adults)
5 Sessions plus 1 free bonus/makeup session (to make up any missed classes or put finishing touches on your work!)
 
Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time or you are an experienced painter looking for expert guidance, this workshop is designed for your unique level. Day one establishes a rock-solid, step-by-step foundation in structural technique, color mixing, and value. From there, you enjoy an open-studio format with intensive, individual attention from the instructor. Work from options provided in class, or bring in your own passion project to develop with professional oversight.
 
Fun, informative and suitable for all levels, all students will benefit from an overview of techniques, mediums, and equipment while getting started on their own individual projects. You will learn the basics of oil painting along with intermediate and/or advanced techniques, tips and tricks, suitable for your level. Most importantly, you will get individual attention for where you are in your own oil painting journey and guidance for projects of your choice. Repeat students welcome as we will work at your own pace. NOTE: Portraiture will not be covered.
 
Where to Shop: Blick.com or JacksonsArt.com (order well in advance).
Please do not be intimidated by this list. If you are an established painter, you likely already own most of these items.
 
⚠️ Critical Class Rules No Student-Grade Paints: Avoid student lines (like Gamblin 1980, Utrecht, or colors named w/ "Hue"). Their pigments are diluted with fillers that negatively affect color-mixing and the painting experience. No Water-Soluble Oils: Please bring traditional oils only. 100% Solvent-Free Studio: No Gamsol, Turpenoid, Mineral Spirits, or Liquin allowed. (See Non-Toxic Solvent alternatives below)
🎨 1. Oil Paints (Artist Grade Only) - One tube of each Recommended affordable professional brands: M. Graham, Winsor-Newton Artist’s Professional, or Gamblin Artist’s Oils. Warm Red: Cadmium Red Light (or Medium) OR Pyrrole Red Cool Red: Quinacridone Rose OR PERMANENT Alizarin Crimson Warm Yellow: Cadmium Yellow Deep OR Indian Yellow Cool Yellow: Cadmium Yellow Light OR Lemon Yellow Warm Blue: Ultramarine Blue Cool Blue: Cerulean Blue OR Phthalo Blue Green Shade Earth/Darks: Raw Umber and Ivory Black White: Titanium White ACRYLIC PAINT - Liquitex: Transparent Red Oxide - one small tube - a non-toxic way to create the UNDERPAINTING - students can also opt to start their painting directly on canvas, thus not needing this item
 
🧰 2. Required Tools & Studio Supplies Substrates: Purchase one or two quality pre-primed stretched canvas in preferred sizes. 9" X 12" to 12" X 16" range is recommended. Alternately you may choose Ampersand pre-primed Gessobord. Portable Stand Easel: Smaller desktop easels provided for use at Studio but not suitable for larger canvases or boards. Palette Knife: Must be flexible with a rounded tip for mixing. (e.g. Blick Painting Knife Large Rounded Spatula 96). You will use this forever! Palette: Masterson’s Palette Box with Gray Palette Paper Pad OR a clean pizza box lined with wax paper (great free way to transport wet paintings!). Medium: Gamblin Solvent Free Gel OR M. Graham Alkyd Walnut Oil. (note M.Graham sells 2 pack** w/one Oil and one Alkyd Oil - fast drying) Brush Cleaner (Quick clean during Class): M. Graham Walnut Oil** OR Linseed Oil (used to wipe brushes between colors - solvent free). Jars: Two sm. or med. glass jars w/lids - only ONE if using Gamblin Solvent Free Gel medium (e.g., empty jelly jars - Bonne Maman jars are great.) Clean-up: Paper towels. Brushes can be wrapped in paper towels for thorough cleaning at home. Optional for home brush cleaning: The Master's Brush Cleaner in 2.5 oz cake or bar soap is excellent, Dawn Dish Detergent also cuts into oil and cleans brushes - both solvent-free!
 
🖌️ 3. Brushes: Bring the brushes you already have and prefer working with. Avoid cheap student brushes (like Artist's Loft or Store brands). Quality brushes intended for Oil Painting are key to successful painting results. If you need to buy new brushes, Rosemary & Co. offers the best quality and price. You can order them through their U.S. distributor, Wind River Arts, at 972-342-4947 or windriverarts.com. RECOMMENDED: Ivory or Eclipse Line: Flats or Filberts in sizes 2, 4, 6, and 8. Long-lasting, excellent, and affordable. Plus an optional but fantastic blending brush, Goat Hair MUNDY MOP 3/8” is a good size. Others are available.
 
💰 💡4. Beginner Budget Tips (How to Save Money) For beginners looking to minimize setup costs, you can substitute these items:
Palette: Use a free, clean pizza box lined with wax paper instead of buying a Masterson's Palette Box and Gray Palette Paper pad. Pizza Boxes, UNUSED: Great way to transport wet paintings back and forth without disturbing paint and available in many sizes. Most pizza places will give you a box or two for free, especially if you first order a pizza. It’s best to offer to pay for the box though.
 
Brushes: Just bring whatever brushes you already have at home (provided they are not student grade), rather than buying recommended Rosemary & Co. options. Paints: Buy M. Graham oils.  A top-tier but affordable professional grade.
 
OIL PAINTING for ALL Instructor: Jackie Kane
Contact: jackiekanestudio@icloud.com with any questions