Overview
This Introduction to Oil Painting workshop is all you need to get started on your artistic journey.
You will learn how to paint and also how to appreciate the art you see in a new way.
Girl with a Pearl Earring is Vermeer’s most famous painting.
Johannes Vermeer was the master of light.
We have chosen Vermeer's classic painting of The Girl with the Pearl Earring because it is familiar to many and because it has great examples of all of the principles we teach in this intro class including
-a variety of colours
- Chiaroscuro (the Italian term for extreme light and dark contrast)
-a full range of flesh tones ... we teach an easy method for mixing skin tones!
-a variety of edges including hard, soft and lost edges and we will teach you to recognise and execute these all easily
This short workshop is fun for everyone and great for beginners.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All Materials are included for this class.
Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will greet you at the studio at Borgo ss Apostoli, 18 (note: there are two of every number in Florence and we are the black number 18 -not the red)- located about halfway down the street at the edge of a tiny square called Piazza del Limbo. There would be Studio name on the buzzer.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Borgo Santi Apostoli
Learning to paint is easy and fun!
You will learn the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques to create your own copy of Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring in this Introduction to Oil Painting class.
This workshop is great for beginners but is also suitable for more advanced students as instruction is personalised for each student.
Your instructor is a professional artist, teacher and Director of The Florence Studio in Florence, Italy.
The process taught will include:
1/a lecture and demonstration of materials and methods and colour mixing
2/painting the Old Master copy yourself on an already prepared drawing ...previous drawing skills are not necessary for this class.
We will pack your painting for easy transport home with you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Oil Painting Class in Florence
Can I cancel Oil Painting Class in Florence for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
We will greet you at the studio at Borgo ss Apostoli, 18 (note: there are two of every number in Florence and we are the black number 18 -not the…
What's included?
- All Materials are included for this class.
- Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by The Florence Studio
