Oil Painting Class - the Blue Mountains

This is a full-day class where you will learn how to paint a Blue Mountains scenery in oils

This class is good for beginners and anyone who wants to experiment with using oil paints. You will have a brief introduction about oil painting and the materials that we will be using. We will also talk about landscape painting and the approach.

You do not need to buy any materials as I will be providing them (all materials included).

Half way through we will have a 45 min break. Lunch is not included.

What you will learn:
- How to understand colour: concepts of the colour theory and mixing and its application in the landscape
- Observing and painting approach to landscapes in oils, composition and creating depth using colour, tone and perspective
- Using underpainting and layering of paint while blending colours to create beautiful colours

What to wear:
There is a chance that you stain your clothes, so wear clothes that you do not mind if you stain them

What to bring with you?

Just bring a notebook to take some notes, camera to take photos / video and lunch. The rest will be provided

Important information

In this painting class I do not use toxic turpentine. However a minimal amount of odourless solvents are used. Please note that for safety reasons the painting class is not recommended for pregnant women.

Terms & Conditions
By taking part in a workshop you will be agreeing to the following conditions.

Liability Waiver
Any damage, loss or theft incurred to personal property brought into class premises.
Any physical injuries sustained as a result of participating in any class.
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events.

Photo & Video
I agree to give Christopher Vidal unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken during classes and events. Photos will only be used through social media, newsletters, blogs, website and general promo material.

You can take photos during the class.

Please note that the images in the advertisement are not the one to be painted but a similar image (photo) will be used as reference material during the day.