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• • Studio Painting | Marcel Desbiens

    Do you find it hard to devote time to your painting practice?
    Do you get stuck with a painting and don’t know where to take it next?
    Do you have technical questions about your painting?
    Are you looking for a group of likeminded artists to paint with?

    The Studio Painting course provides:

    • uninterrupted time to focus on your own work
    • an expert tutor to help you extend your skills
    • a small group of passionate likeminded artists

    Each term runs for 8 weeks. Priority is given to existing studio painting students and alumni.

    What will I learn?

    Everything you need to know to complete your own painting project.

    Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 students to guarantee personal attention.

    Who is this course suitable for?

    Those who have completed Foundation in Oils and ‘Gain Confidence in Oils’ courses, or who have the equivalent skills and experience.

    What do I need to bring?

    Bring your painting materials with you. Limited art supplies are available for purchase at the studio if you need a top up.

    Please bring odourless solvent only and avoid any strong smelling mediums.

    What is provided?

    • easels
    • backing boards
    • chairs
    • tables
    • tea, coffee and biscuits (bring your own mug)
    • a friendly and supportive environment
    • connection to the Brisbane Painting Classes art community.

  • Gain Confidence in Oils | Marcel Desbiens

    The Gain Confidence in Oils is a natural progression from the Foundations in Oils course. You will reinforce your fundamental skills by painting on different materials and in different styles, as well as learn new skills and start your own project.

    The prerequisite for this course is the Foundations in Oils, or an equivalent skill level.

    What will I learn?

    More skills and techniques in oil painting, including:

    • preparing your own surface to paint on
    • painting on canvas
    • more about composition
    • layering and glazing
    • work on your personal painting project

    Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 students so that you will receive personal attention.

    In each class, your tutor will give a step-by-step demonstration, followed by painting exercises to complete with personalised guidance and feedback from your tutor. Each exercise builds on the previous one, so that by the end of the course you will have created your own work in the style of your choice.... and have extended your skills and confidence in painting with oils.

    Who is this course suitable for?

    The Gain Confidence in Oils course is for those who have completed the Foundation in Oils course, or who have equivalent skills and experience.
    Talk to our friendly team if you are not sure if this course if for you.

    What do I need to bring?

    You will need to bring your paint set from the Foundation in Oils course, or speak to us if you don’t have one. Also, bring a notebook and pen.

    What is provided?

    • fabric and prepared gesso boards for painting exercises 
    • tea, coffee and biscuits (bring your own mug)
    • a friendly, supportive and encouraging learning environment
    • connection to the Brisbane Painting Classes art community

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  • Untutored Life Drawing

    The Life Drawing casual classes offer artists of all levels the opportunity to develop their life drawing skills in an untutored environment.

    We provide a spacious air conditioned /heated room and a professional life model who will pose in a variety of short and long poses.

    What will I learn?

    This is an untutored class for you to further your own practice. No experienced is required.

    Who is this course suitable for?

    Artists of all levels who want to practice their drawing skills. Absolute beginners are welcome as well as experienced artists.

    What do I need to bring?

    Bring your drawing materials. Limited art supplies are available for purchase at the studio if you need a top up or are just starting out.

    If you would like to purchase a 6 class pass for the price of 5, please click below:
    Purchase a 6 class pass

    What is provided?

    • a professional life model
    • easels
    • backing boards
    • chairs
    • tea, coffee and biscuits (please bring your own water bottle and cup)
    • a friendly and supportive environment
    • connection to the Brisbane Painting Classes art community.

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