DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
Apr
2
to Apr 30

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life -Practice Group

Each week we work from a live model and learn how to paint with a systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette deepens our understanding of the relationship between hue, value and chroma. Each month is a combination of portrait and figure poses. Figure poses will either be clothed or nude and we will paint between 1-4 paintings per month.

Dominique will critique students work throughout the session as well as paint with the group. Students can watch, ask questions and/or paint along. The main idea is to work from life, learn how to paint what we see accurately and get a good likeness in a limited time frame.

Tuition: $350 (All Levlels)

  • April 2, 9, 16-no class, 23, 30 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:30am- 12:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

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DMS | Weekend Workshop - Seattle
May
4
to May 5

DMS | Weekend Workshop - Seattle

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Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

  • May 4- 5 (Saturday- Sunday)

  • 9:30am- 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
May
7
to May 28

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life -Practice Group

Each week we work from a live model and learn how to paint with a systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette deepens our understanding of the relationship between hue, value and chroma. Each month is a combination of portrait and figure poses. Figure poses will either be clothed or nude and we will paint between 1-4 paintings per month.

Dominique will critique students work throughout the session as well as paint with the group. Students can watch, ask questions and/or paint along. The main idea is to work from life, learn how to paint what we see accurately and get a good likeness in a limited time frame.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

  • May 7, 14, 21, 28 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:30am- 12:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

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DMS | Painting Sargent's Hands - Short Pose
May
8
to May 29

DMS | Painting Sargent's Hands - Short Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Short Pose


Theme for the month | Painting Sargent’s hands

The challenge of painting hands is easily overcome when we study the way the masters did it. This month we will look at the structure, grace, and masterful way John Singer Sargent simplified, blocked in and effortlessly painted hand. Each week we will analyze and paint one set of hands.

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • May 8, 15, 22, 29 2024 (4 Wednesdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose
May
9
to May 30

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Long Pose

Theme for the month | Still Life Painting

In this class, we will break from our usual 1 painting per month and do 4 still life paintings. Still life exercises help us master the techniques and processes that are the foundation for all other disciplines. We will work from my favorite Still life painters; Henri Fantin Latour, Emil Carlsen, William Nicholson and Morandi.  We will paint one painting per week .

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

  • May 9, 16, 23, 30 2024 (4 Thursdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
Jun
4
to Jun 25

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life -Practice Group

Each week we work from a live model and learn how to paint with a systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette deepens our understanding of the relationship between hue, value and chroma. Each month is a combination of portrait and figure poses. Figure poses will either be clothed or nude and we will paint between 1-4 paintings per month.

Dominique will critique students work throughout the session as well as paint with the group. Students can watch, ask questions and/or paint along. The main idea is to work from life, learn how to paint what we see accurately and get a good likeness in a limited time frame.

Tuition: $350 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • June 4, 11, 18, 25 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:30am- 12:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

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DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
Jul
2
to Jul 30

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life -Practice Group

Each week we work from a live model and learn how to paint with a systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette deepens our understanding of the relationship between hue, value and chroma. Each month is a combination of portrait and figure poses. Figure poses will either be clothed or nude and we will paint between 1-4 paintings per month.

Dominique will critique students work throughout the session as well as paint with the group. Students can watch, ask questions and/or paint along. The main idea is to work from life, learn how to paint what we see accurately and get a good likeness in a limited time frame.

Tuition: $350 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • July, 2, 9-no class, 16, 23, 30 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:30am- 12:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

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Dominique  Medici Studio, Seattle WA |  Introduction to Egg Tempera Painting
Jul
8
to Jul 12

Dominique Medici Studio, Seattle WA | Introduction to Egg Tempera Painting

Introduction to Egg Tempera Painting

Egg Tempera painting is an exceptionally beautiful and subtle painting medium that is said to date back to ancient Egypt. It was commonly practiced in the 14th and 15th C. in Italy during the Italian Renaissance, notably, by virtuoso painters like Giotto, Fra Angelico, Botticelli and in recent times most notably by Andrew Wyeth.

This week long workshop is a hands on introduction  to the methods and materials of the 14th and 15th C. Italian Egg Tempera painter. We will walk in the shoes of the studio apprentice and learn how to do the following.

Advanced students can choose to skip the intro lessons and work on their own personal project or a master copy.

  • Learn how to make “genuine gesso panels" from scratch using glue and chalk

  • Prepare homemade toned drawing paper for silverpoint drawing

  • Grind and emulsify your own egg tempera paint

  • Practice various egg tempera painting techniques

  • Make handmade transfer paper 

  • Learn how to grid and scale thumbnail designs to a panel

  • Use ink on to develop an underpainting on a true gesso panel

  • Paint your first egg tempera painting

What is Egg Tempera?

Egg Tempera is made by taking an egg yolk and mixing it with pigment. This emulsion is then painted on an absorbent ground of Gesso. Traditional Gesso was made by heating a solution of glue and water and mixing it with chalk/ gypsum. This solution was then applied to a wooden support in successive layers. After a day or so the panel is sanded and ready to be used for painting. 

Egg Tempera painting is a patient and meditative process. One achieves a result by carefully building up a form with successive layers of very thin paint. It is a natural medium for those that love drawing and the technical process of painting. A finished Tempera painting has a delicate translucency and radiance that is unparalleled by other painting mediums. 

All materials are provided with the exception of brushes.

Brushes: Any professional brushes in the following sizes are fine

Red Sable, Kolinsky Sable or Synthetic Sable (pointed) #0 (x1), #2 (x2) #4 (x1) and couple of flats, 1/4”, 3/8” 1/2”

Tuition: $800

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DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle
Jul
13
to Jul 14

DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle

  • Inscape Arts and Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

July 13- 14 (Saturday- Sunday)

  • 9:30am- 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio, Langley WA | 3 Day Portrait Painting Intensive
Aug
9
to Aug 11

Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio, Langley WA | 3 Day Portrait Painting Intensive

  • Cary Loopuyt Jurriaans, Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio (map)
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3 Day Portrait Painting Intensive

What makes great portraits so captivating? Great drawing and composition are important but the subtle relationships between hue, value, chroma and temperature are what really make a portrait glow. In this 3 day intensive we will investigate some of the skills and techniques that will make your portraits luminous and beautiful.

Why Attend this Workshop?

  • Watch Dominique demo and show you a process of painting in clear and consecutive steps.

  • We will use the basics of color theory to learn a simple color mixing process.

  • Learn to accurately and consistently mix any color in just 3 steps.

  • We will learn a 4 step process to break down the portrait into manageable steps

  • Use a chromatic primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help you master color.

  • Use these skills to create 2 paintings by the end of the weekend.


Who is this workshop for?

  • Skill level is not that important although basic drawing and color theory skills are a plus.

  • It is for any student that is interesting in receiving instruction and willing to put into practice.


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DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle
Aug
17
to Aug 18

DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle

  • Inscape Arts and Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

August 17- 18 (Saturday- Sunday)

  • 9:30am- 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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The Art Students League of NY | Portrait Painting with a Limited Palette
Nov
4
to Nov 8

The Art Students League of NY | Portrait Painting with a Limited Palette

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Workshop Description:

Do you struggle to paint realistic flesh tones with believable three-dimensional form? Would you like to learn a simple process that helps you get a good likeness in a limited timeframe? In this workshop Medici demonstrates a systematic 4 step process showing you how to break down the pose into 4 manageable steps. She shows you how to use a limited palette to mix any color, helping you understand the fundamentals of color theory.

In this workshop you will learn how to…

  • Simplify and translate proportions from 3d- 2d

  • Average and mass values shapes

  • Create 5 types of contrast in your painting

  • Mix any color in just 3 steps

Tuition: $465



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The Art Students League of NY | Painting Portraits from your Own Reference.
Nov
4
to Nov 8

The Art Students League of NY | Painting Portraits from your Own Reference.

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Workshop Description:

When we choose to paint someone that we want to paint we have to make composition, color, value and narrative decisions. In this workshop students will use their own photo reference of a family member, mentor, or someone who’s had a meaningful impact on their lives. The focus will be on painting techniques that capture the sitter's essential traits. Dominique will demo the portrait painting process each day. Each day students will receive critiques and guidance. This workshop will help you make a compelling painting from your own reference.

Tuition: $465



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DMS | Weekend Workshop - Seattle
Apr
6
to Apr 7

DMS | Weekend Workshop - Seattle

  • Inscape Arts and Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Weekend Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

  • April 6- 7 (Saturday- Sunday)

  • 9:30am- 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

  • View Materials List Click Here

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose
Mar
3
to Mar 31

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Short Pose

Theme of the Month | Painting Facial Expressions
This month we will have a little fun by painting facial expressions and exploring emotions in portraiture. We will paint one portrait per session.  We will learn techniques to achieve lively brushwork and natural expression. 

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • April 3, 10, 17-no class, 24, May 1 2024 (4 Wednesdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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Scottsdale Artists School, AZ | In Person 3 Day Workshop
Mar
1
to Mar 3

Scottsdale Artists School, AZ | In Person 3 Day Workshop

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Portrait and Figure Painting with a Limited Palette

Workshop Description

The ability to work quickly, and with precision, is key in our development as painters. In this workshop we will develop our intuition and spontaneity with short poses in the morning sessions and our accuracy and likeness with a long poses in the afternoon. Dominique will provide frequent demos, break down the process of painting into clear and consecutive steps, as well as critique and instruction each session.

Since simplicity is one of our goals, we will be using a limited palette of 7 colors. This palette helps us refine our understanding of color theory and color relationships. We will focus on 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value, Color, and Edge, Practicing this way over the course of the week will help sharpen our observation, and take our skills to a new level.

Level: All

Tuition $485 (+ model fee)

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose
Feb
8
to Feb 9

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Long Pose

Theme for the month | The Portrait as a Story.

You can compose your own painting or work from a selection of themes and images that Dominique will provide. Your composition could be as simple as a Portrait of a loved one with flowers, or sitting in an interior space with their favorite book or a figure in a landscape. A painting is more than just a portrait, it is a story, the options are endless.

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

  • February 1- no class, 8, 15, 22, 29 2024 (4 Thursdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

  • Materials List: The Limited Palette



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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose
Feb
7
to Feb 8

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose

Theme for the month | Portraits with the Zorn Palette
This month we will paint 2 portraits. First we will study and copy a Zorn portrait and use his famed palette of only 4 colors. Then we will paint a contemporary portrait in the style of Zorn and put what we learned about his palette and technique in to practice.

As always we will focus on the 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value Color and Edge and aim to capture a likeness in 2 hours.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • February 7, 14, 21, 28 (4 Wednesdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

  • Materials List: The Zorn Palette



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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose
Feb
7
to Feb 28

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Long Pose

Theme for the Month | Master Series - John Singer Sargent

In This class we will practice the techniques of the Gilded Age's most celebrated portrait painter John Singer Sargent. You can choose 1 of 5 reference photos to work from, or any Sargent portrait painting that you find on your own would be fine too. Our goal will be to work directly and use his palette. As always We aim to finish the portrait in 4 sessions.

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

  • March 7, 14, 21, 28 2024 (4 Thursdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose
Feb
6
to Feb 27

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose

Theme for the month | Quick Sketch Portrait and Figure with a Limited Palette

Quick Sketch painting is a great way to loosen up and practice. We will focus on the 4 main aspects of portrait and figure painting and capture the gesture and likeness of our model in just over 2 hours

As always we will focus on the 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value Color and Edge and aim to capture a likeness in 2 hours.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • March 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 Wednesdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
Feb
6
to Feb 7

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life

In this Portrait and Figure painting class we work from a live model and learn how to demystify portrait and figure painting by breaking down the pose with a manageable and systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette will deepen our understanding of the relationship between hue value, chroma. We will learn how to mix flesh tones in 3 simple steps. Poses range from 1-4 sittings each month. We will do 2-4 paintings per month depending on the pose.

Tuition: $350 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • February 6, 13, 20, 27 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:00am- 12:00pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

  • Materials List: The Limited Palette



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DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle
Feb
5
to Feb 26

DMS | In Person Weekly Class - Seattle

Portrait and Figure Painting from Life

In this Portrait and Figure painting class we work from a live model and learn how to demystify portrait and figure painting by breaking down the pose with a manageable and systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette will deepen our understanding of the relationship between hue value, chroma. We will learn how to mix flesh tones in 3 simple steps.  Poses range from 1-4 sittings each month. We will do 2-4 paintings per month depending on the pose.

Tuition: $350 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • March 5, 12, 19, 26 2024 (4 Tuesdays)

  • 9:30am- 12:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • All Levels- Some previous drawing experience is a bonus

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DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle
Feb
3
to Feb 4

DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle

  • Inscape Arts and Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Weekend Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose
Jan
10
to Jan 31

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Short Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose

Theme for the month | Noir Portrait and Figure
Lets have some fun and paint costumed figures this month on the theme of Noir. We will do 2 paintings a portrait and a figure. As always we will focus on the 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value Color and Edge and aim to capture a likeness in 2 hours.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • January 10, 17, 24, 31 (4 Wednesdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle
Jan
6
to Jan 7

DMS | In Person Weekend Workshop - Seattle

  • Inscape Arts and Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Weekend Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting WorkshopWe will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting with clear and systematic steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color theory and demystify color mixing. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. 

Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. Any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice is welcome.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels )

  • January 6- 7 (Saturday- Sunday)

  • 9:30am- 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

  • This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose
Jan
4
to Jan 25

DMS | Online Weekly Class - Long Pose

Painting with a Limited Palette Online - Long Pose

Theme for the month | Paint your favorite Character

We all have been inspired by characters in film, tv or books. In this class we will paint our favorite character. Search online for someone you like or admire. The only important thing is that the image has sufficient resolution to work from. Feel free to send me some images to help you choose. The idea is to take our inspiration and appreciation to a deeper level and have some fun at the same time. I will likely paint Dumbledore from the Harry Potter series.

As always Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

  • January 4, 11, 18, 25 2024 (4 Thursdays Online)

  • 9:15am- 11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.

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Sicily Artist Retreats, Italy | Portrait Painting with a Limited Palette
Jan
1
to Jan 5

Sicily Artist Retreats, Italy | Portrait Painting with a Limited Palette

Workshop Description

The ability to work quickly, and with precision, is key in our development as painters. In this workshop we will develop our intuition and spontaneity with short poses in the morning sessions and our accuracy and likeness with a long poses in the afternoon. Dominique will provide frequent demos, break down the process of painting into clear and consecutive steps, as well as critique and instruction each session.

Since simplicity is one of our goals, we will be using a limited palette of 7 colors. This palette helps us refine our understanding of color theory and color relationships. We will focus on 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value, Color, and Edge, Practicing this way over the course of the week will help sharpen our observation, and take our skills to a new level.

See Limited Palette Materials List Here

Tuition € TBD

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Dominique Medici Studio Seattle WA | Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette
Nov
11
to Nov 12

Dominique Medici Studio Seattle WA | Alla Prima Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

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Workshop Description

An efficient way to develop our observation and intuition simultaneously is by practicing Alla Prima painting. In this 2-day Portrait Painting Workshop, we will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make our portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting in clear and consecutive steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help us master color mixing with 3 questions. We will use these skills to create 2 or 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. It is for any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice.

Tuition: $350 (All Levels)

This weekend workshop is in Dominique Medici’s Studio in Seattle’s International District. To maintain a high level of quality and individual attention this workshop is limited to 5 students only.

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Scottsdale Artists School, AZ | Painting your Inspiration
Oct
20
to Oct 22

Scottsdale Artists School, AZ | Painting your Inspiration

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Workshop Description

Dominique will demonstrate a 4 step portrait painting process and discuss strategies for capturing the essence of our subject. Students will use their own photo reference of a family member, mentor, or someone who’s had a meaningful impact on their lives. The focus will be on painting techniques that capture the sitter's essential traits. To aid with this process we will also do brief writing exercises and discussions to facilitate deeper understanding of our subject. Each session students receive critique and guidance. This is a rare opportunity to delve deep into the subtleties of the painting process

Dominique will provide daily demos, breaking down the process of painting into clear and consecutive steps, as well as critique and instruct each session. We will work with a systematic technique and use a limited palette of 7 colors. A dynamic palette that will help us refine our understanding of color relationships. We will focus on the 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value, Color, and Edge. Practicing this way will sharpen your observation and take your skill to a new level. www.dominiquemedici.com

Level: All

Tuition $415 (+ model fee)

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Online Weekly Class | Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose
Oct
11
to Nov 1

Online Weekly Class | Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose

Theme for the month | Alla Prima Portraits

We will paint single session portraits. This is a great way to loosen up and get back into regular practice. We will focus on the 4 main aspects of a portrait: Proportion, Value Color and Edge and aim to capture a likeness in 2 hours.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • Oct 11, 18, 25, Nov 1 2023 (4 Wednesdays)

  • 9:15am -11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

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Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art, UK | Alla Prima Portrait Sketch with a Limited Palette
Oct
2
to Oct 6

Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art, UK | Alla Prima Portrait Sketch with a Limited Palette

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Course Description

In this 5 day Alla Prima workshop we learn how to demystify portrait painting by breaking down the pose with a manageable and systematic 4 step process. We learn how to accurately mix any color by working with a limited palette of 7 colors. The primary palette will deepen our understanding of the relationship between hue value, chroma. and will learn how to mix flesh tones in 3 simple steps. We will paint 1 or 2 portraits per day and learn how to get a good likeness in a limited time frame

In this workshop you will learn how to…

  • Simplify and translate proportions from 3d- 2d

  • Average and mass values shapes

  • Create 4 types of contrast in your painting

  • Mix any color in just 3 steps

  • interpreting colors when they aren't obvious

  • How to troubleshoot when things go awry

THIS WORKSHOP INCLUDES DEMO’S AND CRITIQUES ON A DAILY BASIS.

Level: All

Tuition £600

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Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose
Sep
7
to Sep 28

Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose

Theme for the month | A Portrait at Santa Croce

This month Dominique will paint a portrait against the backdrop of Santa Croce at sunset. Dominique will use Procreate to demonstrate how to bring multiple images together to create a compelling composition.

Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

  • Sept 7, 14, 21, 28 (Thursdays)

  • 9:15am -11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Long Pose Class | In this class we focus on Portrait, Figure, Interiors, Still Life and Landscape. The exercises range from 4-8 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

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Online Weekly Class | Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose
Sep
6
to Sep 27

Online Weekly Class | Painting with a Limited Palette - Short Pose

Theme for the month | Tuscan Hills

In this months class we will discuss strategies and practice turning our holiday photos into compelling paintings. Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

  • Sept 6, 13, 20, 27 2023 (Wednesdays)

  • 9:15am -11:30am (Pacific Time) - 12:15pm- 2:30pm (EST)

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

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Gage Academy of Art, Seattle WA | Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette
Aug
26
to Aug 27

Gage Academy of Art, Seattle WA | Quick Sketch with a Limited Palette

Course Outline:  

In this 2-day Portrait Painting Workshop, we will investigate some of the skills and techniques that make your portraits luminous and beautiful. Dominique demos and shows you a process of painting in clear and consecutive steps. We will use a primary palette of 7 colors that is designed to help you master color and mix any color in just 3 steps. Use these skills to create 3 paintings by the end of the weekend. Skill level is not that important although basic drawing skills are a plus. It is for any student that is interested in receiving instruction and willing to put in the practice.

Tuition: $320

All Levels Welcome

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Painting Florence in July Online
Jul
6
to Jul 27

Painting Florence in July Online

Painting in Florence, Italy Online

July 6, 13, 20, 27, 2023 (4 Thursdays)

9:00am (Pacific Time), 12:00pm (EST)

Tuition: $175 (All Levels)

Theme for Month | Painting in Florence Italy…from the comfort of your home.

In July Dominique Medici will be painting, en plein air, in the streets of Florence and filming the process. Subjects will include city streets, architecture and landscape.

Each Thursday Dominique will upload the recorded demo and reference to the online classroom for you to watch. You have a week to complete the assignment and upload your work. Dominique will do recorded iPad critiques of your work before moving on to the next assignment. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore and paint Florence.

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Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose
Jun
7
to Jun 28

Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online | Short Pose

June 7,14,21,28 2023 (Wednesdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

Theme for the month | Whistler’s Tonality and Composition

This month we will explore the masterful tonality and composition of James Abbott McNeill Whistler. Through studying and mixing his subtle muted color palette, we will learn how to create harmonious arrangements of form and color. Our aim is to capture the mood, grace and elegance of Whistler's introspective portraits.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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The Art Students League of NY | Painting at the Wellspring
May
16
to May 19

The Art Students League of NY | Painting at the Wellspring

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Painting at the Wellspring

Dates: May 16-19 (Tuesday – Friday)

Time:  1:30 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)

Tuition: $465


Workshop Description:

Join this unique portrait painting workshop and discover the beauty of capturing the essence of your chosen subject in a painting. Dominique will demonstrate a 4 step portrait painting process while drawing inspiration from the late Irish poet John O'Donohue, her chosen model. Students will use their own photo reference of a family member, mentor, or someone who’s had a meaningful impact on their lives. The focus will be on painting techniques that capture the sitter's essential traits. To aid with this process we will also do brief writing exercises, breakout groups, and discussions to facilitate deeper understanding of the model. Each session students receive critiques and guidance. This is a rare opportunity to delve deep into the subtleties of the painting process



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Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose
May
4
to Jun 29

Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

May 4, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2023 ( 7 Thursdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $350 (Intermediate- Advanced)

Theme for the month | Personal Project

Your personal project is an opportunity to showcase your growth and progress from the past 2 years of working online. It can be based on your favorite subject, such as painting a family member, a figure in a landscape, or a still life. Whatever you choose, it should bring together all of the techniques and skills that we have been working on. This project will be a 7-session challenge, allowing you enough time to create a piece that is involved and accomplished. For those who prefer to tackle a master copy challenge, I will provide a selection of paintings that are a bit more complex and will push your abilities. To help you stay on track.

In either case, I will provide a rough outline of the process and a checklist to help keep us on track, in addition to our usual weekly critiques. This personal project is an excellent opportunity to showcase your artistic voice and demonstrate your mastery of the techniques we have learned.


Class Schedule

May 4- Is all about design (3 week gap until 2nd class so take advantage of the time to explore ideas and sketch compositions)

May 11-18 - No Live Class, Work on your compositions and color studies

May 25 - Color studies and working out the value and color

June 1 - Transfer the drawing and block in thin values

June 8 - Block in Color

June 15 - Continue to refine color block in and add variation

June 22 - Moving into the final stages of painting

June 29 - Final touches, details, accents


  • Long Pose Class | In this class we focus on Portrait, Figure, Interiors, Still Life and Landscape. The exercises range from 4-8 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose
Apr
6
to Apr 27

Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

April 6, 13, 20, 27 2023 (Thursdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

Theme for the month | Sorolla’s Beach Compositions. This month we will delve into Sorolla's masterful use of light and color. We will study how Sorolla creates a mesmerizing luminous interplay between warm and cool colors, through his use of color temperature. And through his expertly crafted compositions, we will explore the beauty of nature and the everyday joys of human life.

Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

  • Long Pose Class | In this class we focus on Portrait, Figure, Interiors, Still Life and Landscape. The exercises range from 4-8 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose
Apr
5
to Apr 26

Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

April 5, 12, 19, 26 2023 (Wednesdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

Theme for the month | Sargent Venetian Scenes This month we take composition and color inspiration from John Singer Sargent and his gorgeous venetian scenes which are masterpieces of composition and light. We will do 2 paintings.

Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

  • Short Pose | This class focuses on portrait and figure painting in oil and the poses range from 1-2 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose
Mar
2
to Mar 23

Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

March 2, 9, 16, 23 (no class on 29) 2023 (Thursdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

Theme for the month | Painting Light Part 2.

In Feb we did a master copy of a Vermeer. This month we compose our own interior scene based on one of Vermeer’s paintings. You will need to provide your own reference for this month. It can be as simple as replicating one of Vermeer’s interiors or you can play with the theme and make it your own. In either case, your composition should include a person, window and interior space.

You do not need to have been in the Feb class to take this class. All are welcome. In the first class Dominique will go over the process of of composing and demonstrate the painting process As always, we use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

  • Long Pose Class | In this class we focus on Portrait, Figure, Interiors, Still Life and Landscape. The exercises range from 4-8 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose
Mar
1
to Mar 22

Online Weekly Class | Portrait and Figure Painting w/ Limited Palette - Short Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

March 1, 8, 15, 22 (no class on 29) 2023 (Wednesdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Beginner - Intermediate)

Theme for the month | What color is White?

How do we paint light white tones without it looking chalky? This month we learn from at Cecilia Beaux, Sargent and Sorolla and explore the subtlety of color and value in bright light paintings. We will keep it light and loose by doing one painting per week.

Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks down the process into clear steps. We use a limited palette designed to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to the class demos and critique recordings.

Short Pose | This class focuses on portrait and figure painting in oil and the poses range from 1-2 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

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Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose
Feb
2
to Feb 23

Online Weekly Class | Painting - Long Pose

Dominique Medici Studio Online

February 2, 9, 16, 23 2023 (Thursdays)

9:00am -11:30am (Pacific Time)

12:00pm- 2:30pm (EST)

Tuition: $200 (Intermediate- Advanced)

Theme for the month | Painting Light. We copy a painting by the master of light, Vermeer. You will have a choice of one of 3 images to copy. We will dive deep into the subtleties of capturing light and learn how to use edges and texture to create a feeling of atmosphere. This is a 4 week pose. In March we will be composing our own interior based on what we learned this month.

Dominique demonstrates the painting process and breaks it down into clear steps. We use a limited palette to help us understand color theory and relationships. Each week students receive critiques. Enjoy lifetime access to class and critique videos

  • Long Pose Class | In this class we focus on Portrait, Figure, Interiors, Still Life and Landscape. The exercises range from 4-8 weeks.

  • Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time

  • This class is taught online using Zoom

  • New - Enjoy Lifetime Access!

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