May 6, 13, 20, 27 2026
9:30am -11:30am (Pacific Time), 12:30pm- 2:30pm (EST)
Instructor | Dominique Medici
Theme: Portrait and Figure Painting with a Transparent Limited Palette
This month we're working with portrait and figure using a transparent limited palette — transparent yellow oxide, transparent red oxide, ultramarine blue, and lead white (or a flake white alternative).
Painting transparently means building in layers, exploring depth, luminosity, and subtle color shifts and invites closer attention to texture, brushwork, and the physical presence of paint.
We'll complete two paintings over the month: a portrait and a half figure.
The class follows a clear, systematic 4-step process. Each week includes a live demonstration with narration, and students receive individual critiques. The focus is on accurate color mixing, value, and likeness — developing your ability to paint what you see.
Open to all levels; basic drawing skills recommended.
Returning students: you'll likely have most materials already, but check the list — Liquin is a helpful addition for this month's approach.
Need to miss a lesson…no problem! Demos and Critiques are recorded and uploaded by 5pm Pacific Time, Lifetime Access to Videos.
Tuition: $210 (Beginner-Intermediate)