Learning to paint PORTRAITS calls on a variety of technical skills, such as understanding of anatomy, drawing/ painting form, learning to interpret the flow of light in a conceptual way. We all want to achieve a “quick” portrait but in order to paint faster we need to slow down. In painting portraits it is vital to be accurate as one millimetre error takes us to “Uncanny Valley”! 

 

We all need training to improve our talents, the road to painting portraits is fascinating and an exciting challenge to achieve likeness, character and the satisfaction of a good drawing/painting. 

 

 

eye seeing negative shapes 

 

Classes are small, 3 - 5 max to ensure individual attention at all times. All levels welcome.  

 

 

 

Drawing the skull, anatomy, cast and painting the planes of the face, to learn the basics of portrait drawing/painting. Colour mixing beautiful subtle skin tones. Principles of gaining likeness and character. 

 

Paint from the Model with tips and direction at all times  

 

 

 

13 - 15th March 2026 

Price for 3 day Course £310 

 

 

 

Concentrating on Colour Theory 

Colour harmony, understanding the  

values/tones of colour, how to create a good composition. 

Information on painting illusions and movement, tools to correct drawings and check values. 

Individual still life boxes and lighting. Bring things you would like to  

paint, things in studio also.