The Useful Art Class - An Introduction to Abstract Oil Painting Workshop
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About this event
What will it cover?
In the sanctuary of the Artist Studios this welcoming workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from a knowledgeable practising Oil Painter.
Following a demonstration of essential considerations of oil painting, featuring advice on composition, mark making and colour mixing, get hands-on creating a loose and colourful modern abstract painting.
Who is it for?
The perfect workshop for Artists of all levels, from newly inspired painters to professionals looking to gain the basic building blocks to create abstract art.
Benefit from the intimacy of a small group setting in a safe and relaxed environment.
What is provided?
No need to bring anything but your willingness to learn!
All materials and expertise are provided for you to leave with your masterpiece!
• Canvas/ Board
• Oil Paint
• Brushes
• Easel
• Palette
• Linseed Oil
• Refreshments
About Your Tutors
Stephen Earl Rogers
Stephen Earl Rogers creates striking, contemporary portraits and paintings for both public and private commissions. Painting with incredible realism, Rogers captures physical likeness with clean precision whilst at the same time achieving a powerful presence and depth of character in his subjects.
Regularly shown at the National Portrait Gallery in London, his work has featured in exhibitions representing the very best in figurative and contemporary art practice worldwide.
Lucy Fiona Morrison
Morrison has established a reputation as a painter renowned for capturing the character and essence of the land. Driven by a desire to remind viewers of the beauty of the landscape and inspired by the diverse vistas of the UK, Morrison is compelled to translate the breadth of colours, shapes and forms onto canvas. Morrison’s gestural oil paintings are composed of expressive colours and richly textured brushwork, offering abstract representations of the British Isles. Morrison’s paintings are held in private collections internationally.
Not quite what you are looking for?
Contact us directly at theusefulartclass@gmail.com for bespoke or one-to-one sessions built entirely around your needs.
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Organiser The Useful Art Class
Organiser of The Useful Art Class - An Introduction to Abstract Oil Painting Workshop
The Useful Art Class is a series of workshops that will provide you with the essential skills
fundamental to drawing and painting. The classes are short, concentrated sessions that focus very clearly on the principles that are foundational to creating 2D artworks. Sessions are taught by practicing artists who between them have over 30 years of experience within the art world and will equip you with practical knowledge that will help you with your art practice.
The Useful Art Class is delivered in the heart of Birmingham’s creative quarter, the Custard Factory, Digbeth, in exhibition space attached to the teaching artists’ studios.
