Oil Painting: How to Oil Paint Eyes

Are you curious about oil painting and eager to create stunning portraits? This course is designed for you! Discover the essentials of oil paints and learn practical techniques to bring your artistic visions to life. We'll demystify this wonderful medium, making it accessible for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills.

In this comprehensive class, you'll explore my personal approach to oil painting, including the specific brushes and materials I favor. We'll dive into the fascinating process of painting an eye using a variety of oil paint techniques. The goal is to empower you to confidently tackle any subject, experimenting with different approaches and developing your unique style.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Oil Paint Essentials: A foundational understanding of the materials needed to get started with oil painting.
• Constructing the Human Eye: Learn the anatomy and structure of the eye to create realistic and expressive depictions.
• Color Mixing & Skin Tones: Master the art of mixing oil paint to achieve accurate and nuanced skin tones.
• Underpainting Techniques: Explore the benefits of underpainting for creating depth and luminosity in your work.
• Brushwork Techniques: Develop confident and varied brushwork to add texture and character to your paintings.

This class isn't just about painting eyes; the skills and techniques you'll acquire are transferable to other mediums and subjects. I'm passionate about capturing the essence of people – their physiognomy – and enjoy blending realism with elements of abstract and collage.

Who is this class for?

Absolutely anyone! Whether you're a complete beginner to oil painting or have some experience and want to improve your oil painting skills, this course is perfect for you. I'll also share valuable tips on how to set up your painting space for maximum efficiency.

Materials You'll Need:

• Oil Paints: French Ultramarine Blue, Permanent Alizarin Crimson, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Umber, Raw Sienna, Titanium White
• Brushes: Flat tip brushes
• Palette
• Palette Knife
• Surface: Canvas or wood panel
• Gesso
• Safflower Oil Painting Medium
• Paint Thinner
• Paper Towels or Cloth
• Glass Jar

Class Resources:

• Pexels

Additional Resources:

• My Website: Koreyedmonsonart.com
• Social Media: https://bio.site/koreyedmonson