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Botticelli & Caravaggio: Level 2

Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore two contrasting approaches to oil painting inspired by Botticelli and Caravaggio in this five-week studio class. Develop skills in composition, color, value, light, skin tones, and reference-based painting while creating two finished works inspired by these master artists.

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Intro to Oil Painting (Level 1)

Explore the beauty and ease of oil painting in this beginner-friendly course. Work with color, value, and composition while developing a loose, realistic style using non-toxic supplies. Complete a painting using a photo reference of your choice.

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  • 4434 30th Street, San Diego
  • 15 hours over 5 sessions

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Class Description

Description

Discover why oil paint is actually one of the easiest and most forgiving painting mediums available, and explore the fundamental concepts of color, value, and composition in depth. This course provides comprehensive instruction in this classic medium.

Perfect for those brand new to oil painting, returning to painting after a break, or experienced artists looking to add oils to their creative repertoire and skill set.

You will explore key topics, including proper studio materials and setup, color mixing theory and practice, essential brush techniques, layering methods for depth and texture, and measuring techniques for accurate proportions. Throughout the course, you will work from photographs, developing skills in loose, realistic painting styles that emphasize artistic expression.

Students will complete and take home a finished painting created using a photograph reference of their choice, demonstrating practical competency in oil painting techniques.

Important Studio Safety Note:

We are committed to keeping this course as odorless and toxic-free as possible. Please refrain from using mineral spirits or turpentine; we will provide safer solvents.

Required Supply List:

  • One stretched canvas or primed wood panel, any small to medium size will work
  • 12x16 pad of palette paper (gray is particularly helpful)
  • One metal palette knife (Liquitex Freestyle number 14 or 15 in small size is excellent)
  • One medium sampler set (Gamblin or Chelsea Classical brand)
  • Gamblin 1980 Introductory Oil Paint Set with eight colors, bonus solvent-free gel, and bonus painting panel
  • Two small jars for medium cups (glass or stainless steel containers)
  • Brush cleaning jar with lid (glass or stainless steel)
  • Princeton Aspen 6500 five-piece brush set (available on Amazon)
  • Quality paper towels, such as Viva or Blue Shop Towel brand
  • Solvents are included in both mentioned sampler kits

Optional Items:

  • Foam board (to tape references above or next to canvases)
  • Color wheel and value scale for reference
  • Any additional bristle brushes you want to use

Refund Policy

Cancelled Class Policy

Occasionally the school may find it necessary to cancel a course or workshop due to scheduling conflicts or instructor cancellation. If this occurs, registered students will be contacted and will be refunded the full course tuition and any additional fees.

Refund Policy

If something should come up and you are unable to attend your class/workshop, please give us 3 business days notice prior to the start of the class/workshop for a refund less 5% cancellation fee.

After 3 business days, no refunds will be given.

Make Up Policy

Life happens and you may miss a class. You will be allowed to make up one class from the session.

Please request a “make up slip” that is active for the next 30 days. DO NOT just show up to redeem a make up slip as full classes will have NO CHOICE but to turn away the make up student if there are no available tables/space.

You may make up your class in any class that has room, it does not need to be the class that you originally took.

​Make ups are limited to one class per session.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.


Reviews of Classes at Art on 30th (41)

(4.6-star rating across 41 reviews)
  • Intro to Oil Painting (Level 1)

    I thought the course was very beneficial for me. Starting with preparing the canvas to using a photograph for the painting, to color selection and color mixes I have learned a lot from our instructor. Our instructor was friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. She gave us several tips to paint better. I would recommend this course to anyone who is a beginner in oil painting.
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Art on 30th

Art on 30th is a vibrant art school and community in San Diego that offers classes for artists of all levels. With dedicated gallery space, private artist studios, and monthly sessions on "How to Take Your Art to Market," it provides a supportive and inspiring environment for artists to create and grow.

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