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Continuing Education at PAFA

Comprehensive Figure Painting

with Jill A. Rupinski

$615

Tuesdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM  
Instructor: Jill A. Rupinski  
Twelve-Week Course (36 Hours)  

Paint the human figure in oil from short studies to developed compositions. Work from the life model in poses of increasing length to master the components of mass and gesture, proportion and basic anatomy, value, composition, and color mixing from limited colors to a full palette. Extended poses will allow students to refine their observations and deepen their understanding of structure toward building more nuanced and cohesive paintings. Topics such as oil paint handling, surface preparation, and color organization also will be addressed. Students will gain the enhanced ability to construct formally sound and personally expressive figure paintings. Note: Tuition includes a $75 model fee.

Register by: September 8  
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Please review CE’s Fall 2026 Policy Guide, including Withdrawal/Refund Policies, prior to registering.

  • Fall 2026: Sep 15 - Dec 1st, 2026
    Tue for 12 weeks from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building

(215) 972-7600

128 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102 Get directions

Room: 461

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