Basic Oil Color

Course Description

Oil colors are a popular medium in painting, known for their rich, vibrant hues and versatility. If you’re starting with oil painting, here’s a list of some basic oil colors that are commonly used: Oil colors are a popular medium in painting, known for their rich, vibrant hues and versatility. If you’re starting with oil painting, here’s a list of some basic oil colors that are commonly used:

What You’ll Learn From This Course

1. 1. A basic oil painting course should cover fundamental techniques, tools, and concepts to provide a strong foundation for beginners. Here’s a sample outline for a basic oil painting course:
      

      Week 1-2: Introduction to Oil Painting

      1. Session 1: Overview of Oil Painting
         • Introduction to the history of oil painting.
         • Explanation of oil painting materials and tools.
      2. Session 2: Setting Up Your Workspace
         • Setting up an easel, palette, and brushes.
         • Introduction to different surfaces (canvas, wood panels) and their preparation.
      3. Session 3: Understanding Oil Paints
         • Basics of color theory.
         • Introduction to essential oil colors.

      Week 3-4: Basic Techniques

      4. Session 4: Brushwork Techniques
         • Exploring different brush strokes and their effects.
         • Understanding brush care.
      5. Session 5: Blending and Layering
         • Techniques for blending colors on the canvas.
         • Layering and building up paint.

Certification

certificates only for a full 3-month course