What will we be learning?

You will learn the foundations of oil painting through hands-on experience using a limited palette and painting alla prima (wet-on-wet). Our focus will be on understanding color mixing using warm and cool versions of the primary colors, building confidence in brushwork.

What supplies will I need?

Variety of oil brushes (flats, filberts, rounds in various sizes) Palette knife Paper towels Jar - Glass with lid

Tuesday, August 19

Intro to Oils - Still Life Painting

Ages 18+

Welcome to Intro to Oils! In this class, you will learn the foundations of oil painting through hands-on experience using a limited palette.

By Ann Alexander, Artist

Date and time

Location

Kaleidoscope Artisan Collective

915 Broadway Street Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

1:00 PM

Introduction & Demo

Alla Prima Technique: Define "alla prima" (wet-on-wet), its spontaneous, direct nature—emphasis on painting in a single sitting. Primary Palette: Introduce the eight-color palette (warm/cool red, ye...

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Color Mixing Exercise

Warm + Warm = vibrant, intense mixtures Cool + Cool = often more subtle, harmonious blends Warm + Cool = risk of neutralizing colors or creating “mud” Complementary Mixing: Show how to create neutra...

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Looking Like an Artist

Help students see the still life as shapes, values, and color—not “just” as familiar objects.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Painting Session

Step 1: Block-in large value shapes first (no details!) Step 2: Mid-stage refine color temperature, check relationships Step 3: Final Pass add detail or edges only where it matters Encourage loose b...

3:00 PM

Reflection and Clean-up

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours
Ages 18+
Free venue parking

Welcome to Intro to Oils!

Join us for a fun and informative event where you'll learn all about the wonderful world of oils. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for everyone. Come down to Kaleidoscope Artisan Collective and discover the magic of oils with our expert instructor, local artist, Ann Alexander.

Get ready to unleash your creativity and dive into the art of oil painting. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore your artistic side and connect with fellow oil painting enthusiasts. See you there!

Organized by

Ann Alexander, Artist

I believe that creativity is a powerful force that allows us to express our true selves and see the world in new ways. Through teaching, I want to inspire others to embrace their own artistic journey, build confidence, and find joy in the creative process. My goal is to provide a space where students feel free to explore, experiment, and discover the magic of making art.