Sundays 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Beginner to Intermediate
This class is taught in collaboration with visiting artists Brooke McVeigh and Cecilia Ford
In this class we will cover:
Glazing
Palette knife painting
Limited palette painting
Painting transcriptions
Over the course of four sessions, students will explore a range of painting methods used to build structure, color, and atmosphere within an image. Through demonstrations and guided exercises, participants will develop an understanding of layering, surface handling, color relationships, and observational decision-making.
We will work from a variety of sources including still life setups and transcriptions of master paintings, allowing students to study historical approaches to composition, paint application, and form. Emphasis will be placed on developing practical techniques that can continue to support each student’s individual painting practice beyond the duration of the course.
Please note that the following supplies offer options for oil, acrylic, or gouache. So, please read carefully and reach out if you have any questions.
Supplies needed (Please check in with us if you need alternative arrangements /ideas for supplies):
Brushes* (Have at least 2 or 3 brushes ranging in size and shape)
Rags
Paint (Oil paint set, Gouache, OR Acrylic)
A purchased paint set will work well for this class, or if you already have paints that is fine. We recommend having at least a black, titanium white, yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and ultramarine Blue. Any paint set that remotely resembles this list or includes additional colors is enough to get started.
Medium (Linseed oil and gamsol/mineral spirits for oil painting)
a 5×7”, 9×12”, or 11×14” value pack is a good start for acrylic or oil
140 lb watercolor paper is good for gouache
2 glass jars with lids (for oil painting)
rubber gloves (recommended for oil)
paint scraper
Easels, palettes, and drawing boards will be provided at the studio.
JPA To-Go Policy: In person classes can now be substituted for 30 minute virtual meetings at alternative times and with personalized projects. If you know you will miss a class or live outside of St. Louis but still want to work with us, please give at least two weeks notice via email before the date of the class that will be missed. This is only available for our regular drawing and painting courses.
Sundays 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Beginner to Intermediate
This class is taught in collaboration with visiting artists Brooke McVeigh and Cecilia Ford
In this class we will cover:
Glazing
Palette knife painting
Limited palette painting
Painting transcriptions
Over the course of four sessions, students will explore a range of painting methods used to build structure, color, and atmosphere within an image. Through demonstrations and guided exercises, participants will develop an understanding of layering, surface handling, color relationships, and observational decision-making.
We will work from a variety of sources including still life setups and transcriptions of master paintings, allowing students to study historical approaches to composition, paint application, and form. Emphasis will be placed on developing practical techniques that can continue to support each student’s individual painting practice beyond the duration of the course.
Please note that the following supplies offer options for oil, acrylic, or gouache. So, please read carefully and reach out if you have any questions.
Supplies needed (Please check in with us if you need alternative arrangements /ideas for supplies):
Brushes* (Have at least 2 or 3 brushes ranging in size and shape)
Rags
Paint (Oil paint set, Gouache, OR Acrylic)
A purchased paint set will work well for this class, or if you already have paints that is fine. We recommend having at least a black, titanium white, yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and ultramarine Blue. Any paint set that remotely resembles this list or includes additional colors is enough to get started.
Medium (Linseed oil and gamsol/mineral spirits for oil painting)
a 5×7”, 9×12”, or 11×14” value pack is a good start for acrylic or oil
140 lb watercolor paper is good for gouache
2 glass jars with lids (for oil painting)
rubber gloves (recommended for oil)
paint scraper
Easels, palettes, and drawing boards will be provided at the studio.
JPA To-Go Policy: In person classes can now be substituted for 30 minute virtual meetings at alternative times and with personalized projects. If you know you will miss a class or live outside of St. Louis but still want to work with us, please give at least two weeks notice via email before the date of the class that will be missed. This is only available for our regular drawing and painting courses.
