Introduction to Portrait Painting in Oils

In this beginner friendly oil painting class, explore how to paint a portrait and capture a true likeness. Learn about the anatomy of the head, expressive mark-making, and color theory to bring your subject to life. Please bring the following materials to class: Stretched canvas: 18×24 Recommended paints: Alizarin crimson Cadmium yellow light or lemon Viridian green Ultramarine blue Ivory black Titanium white Dioxazine purple Quinacridone magenta Linseed oil Ivory soap Gamsol Brushes: Assortment of synthetic hog hair filbert brushes: sizes 4–12 Assortment of synthetic mongoose filbert brushes: sizes 0–10 Palette knife Silicoil brush cleaning tank or a class jar Posh glass table top palette: 12×16, gray Portrait photo reference, either on a tablet or laptop or a high-quality print at least 6×8 – Make sure the reference photo’s aspect ratio is 3:4 to match the porportions of the canvas. Masterson Sta-Wet palette seal Estimated maximum cost: $275 NOTE: The instructor and supplies list / cost have changed since the publication of the magazine.