Continuing Education at PAFA

Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Instructor: Jill A. Rupinski
Five-Week Condensed Course (30 Hours) 
No class on July 16

*Instructor and information for this course have been updated. 

Explore the art of portrait painting through an in-depth approach. Investigate the structure and basic anatomy of the human head through drawings and painted studies. Progress to finished paintings and address issues of likeness, composition, space and texture. Instruction will focus on alla prima (direct) painting techniques, practical use of materials, and color palettes for effective portrait painting.  Learn to better see and understand color to mix it more successfully – a useful skill for painting any subject matter.  All levels welcome.  Note: Course tuition includes a $65 model fee.

Image: Jill A. Rupinski, The Gardener, 2022, oil on linen, 30 x 24 in.

Register by: July 2 
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