Six-week short course aimed at improving techniques and skills in oil painting, suitable for those with some previous experience of oil painting. This class is perfect for anyone who attended a previous evening class or workshop with me, and will build on the skills developed during those workshops. It will be suitable for both beginner-intermediate or confident intermediate oil painters.
We will be diving more deeply into principles of painting such as colour theory and composition as well as techniques and methods which are specific to oil painting such as glazing, working ‘alla prima’ vs layered painting and the use of mediums. We will be painting a wide variety of subjects.
All materials are provided and the group is kept small to allow for lots of individual support and guidance.
The Details
We will be working from my own art studio, in the Aboyne Castle Business Centre. Directions will be sent out in an email nearer the time.
Date: Course runs on Monday evenings 7-9pm, from 12th Jan - 16th Feb 2026. Class will be rearranged in the event of snow conditions which make to the class travel hazardous. Rearranged class will be 23rd Feb.
Price: £135, which includes all painting materials and equipment.
What to bring:
Old clothes or an apron.
Materials will be provided but you may wish to bring extra brushes if you have them, and a table easel if you prefer working at an easel. If you have any of your own equipment and would prefer to use it, please feel free to bring it.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to send me a message through my website or social media. Please ensure you have read the terms and conditions, which includes the cancellation policy, before booking. Children under 16 are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to send me a message through my website or social media.

