An Introduction to Oil Painting: Painting the Landscape

An Introduction to Oil Painting: Painting the Landscape

A two session oil painting course at The Poly

Lisa Waldron is an artist living and working in Falmouth, Cornwall. Since graduating from Birmingham Institute of Art and Design in 2011, Lisa gained a PGCE in Secondary Art from University College London and worked as a Teacher of Art in South London. Lisa moved to Falmouth to immerse herself in the beautiful coastal landscapes and subtropical gardens the county has to offer. Her exhibition Resonance featuring oil paintings and ink drawings from her Subtropical garden series took place at the Poly in 2022. 

This oil painting course is suitable for anyone wanting to try their hand at oil painting and may have been a little hesitant to do so. My aim with this course is to make the medium of oil accessible and help build your confidence to start your own independent oil painting practice.

I will help you to paint a landscape in oils in a supported environment using the methods and techniques I have adopted in my own oil painting practice. I will take you through recommended literature, selecting tools and materials and the painting process from preparing a ground and under-painting to adding the finishing touches. We will discuss colour theory and look at how understanding colour bias can improve your colour mixing skills. Some experience of painting and drawing in other mediums would be advantageous but not essential. 

All materials, paints and tools will be provided. We recommend bringing a sketchbook or notebook and pencil for note taking. There will be refreshments provided in the 15 minute tea break and an hour’s break for lunch. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch or visit one of the many lovely cafes in the local area.

Ages 16+

Tutor: Lisa Waldron

An Introduction to Oil Painting: Painting the Landscape

Tuesday 19th & Wednesday 20th August, 10.30am - 4.00pm

Ticket: £184

A £1 Poly Fund payment is added to each ticket sold. A 50p booking fee is also applied per ticket for online and telephone transactions.