Self Portrait with Grey Felt Hat
Van Gogh painted this self-portrait in the winter of 1887 when he had been living in Paris for nearly two years. He is heavily influenced by pointillism and it depicts him as a city gentleman.
Tag: oil painting
What is a Zorn palette?
What is a Zorn palette? Find out on a Zorn palette portrait workshop in oils with Mark Fennell in October 2021. The limited palette of four colours is a great learning tool for students.
Artist Insight: Dawn Harries
Landscape painter, Dawn Harries says “Just start….don’t wait for inspiration! You’ll get into the zone very quickly.” Read her Guest Blog and enjoy her gorgeous landscapes here….
Top Tips for painting plein air in Winter
Plein air painting needn’t be reserved for the Summer months only. Artist Georgina Potter shares her Top Tips for painting in any weather…..cardboard and heated insoles!
Studio Essentials
Our tutors share their Studio Essentials from favourite art materials to creature comforts. Radio 4 seems to be a common theme!
So you want to paint in oils….
Tips and advice for painting in oils from seasoned painter Max Hale. These basic rules will give you a good foundation to get you started.