Painting the Classical Figure, Oban, The Rockfield

With the Michael J. Doherty & the Scottish Scottish School of Classical Art THE ROCKFIELD CENTER - OBAN Rockfield Rd, Taylor's Brae, Oban PA34 5DQ 10AM - 4PM 16th, 17th 18th of May 2024 The Scottish School of Classical Art is pleased to offer an intensive three-day course on the techniques of classical painting. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the methods used by the most brilliant painters of the Renaissance and beyond, with a focus on replicating the works of old masters. The course begins with a technical demonstration of color mixing, imprimatura preparation, palette organization, and medium preparation. This serves as a foundation for the subsequent lectures and workshops, which will cover a range of topics including master drawing techniques, tracing and copying, and the study of lighting situations and how they reveal form. Additionally, students will learn about brushstrokes, blending, media use, palette preparation, and painting posture, as well as value scales. Students will spend a significant amount of time working on their own paintings, replicating the techniques they have learned in class. Through this hands-on approach, students will gain a deeper understanding of the principles of classical painting. Throughout the course, there will be opportunities for students to discuss and critique each other's work, providing them with valuable feedback and furthering their understanding of the techniques.