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Course Description

RISD CE oil painting course

Without the right first steps, oil painting can be a challenging medium. This workshop aims to get students on the right track by emphasizing technique and strategy, while encouraging experimentation and individual development. Students are given an introduction to paint, brushes, medium and palette set-up. They then learn mixing, direct paint application, and consideration of value, color and composition, gaining knowledge and confidence in beginning and sustaining a painting. Learning to quickly establish design elements within a composition and assert a specific point of view, as well as understanding the importance of directional lighting, are crucial to critical first steps. A survey of the fundamentals of representational painting is presented. The class is structured around hands-on demonstrations and painting a variety of subjects so students gain familiarity with this exciting medium. 

Prerequisites

Students must be an adult age 18 or older to participate.

Instructors

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Studio
Days
Sa, Su
Time
9:00AM to 3:00PM
Dates
Jul 11, 2026 to Jul 12, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
12.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $380.00 Click here to get more information
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 12, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 31, 2026 to Jul 09, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 11, 2026 to Jul 12, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students who do not have painting supplies can expect to spend $200-$300 (estimate) on materials, while students who have taken Painting Studies: Introduction or other oil painting course will be able to use many of their supplies from previous courses and can anticipate a significantly lower cost. A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class.

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store.

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