Academy of Realist Art

Mastering Drapery in Oil

07 Mar, 2025
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09 Mar, 2025

Duration: 3 Days
Location: ARA Toronto
Instructor: John R Newton
Full Price: $450
Deposit Required: $150

Mastering Drapery in Oil

$150.00

In this immersive three-day workshop, participants will have the unique opportunity to delve deeply into the study of fabric and how light interacts with the drapery—essential elements of classical oil painting

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In this immersive three-day workshop, participants will have the unique opportunity to delve deeply into the study of drapery, light, and texture—essential elements of classical oil painting. A special focus will be given to understanding how fabric drapes over the human form, capturing the interplay between the soft folds of material and the underlying structure of the body. Under the expert guidance of instructor John Newton, students will be led through a comprehensive, step-by-step process designed to enhance their understanding and skills in the fundamentals of designing drapery. Through hands-on practice and detailed demonstrations, participants will learn to depict the subtle nuances of fabric as it interacts with light and shape, bringing their paintings to life with realism and depth.

The class will meet at our studio from 10 am – 4 pm ET each day.

Full workshop price is $450, and a $150 deposit is required to save your spot. The balance will be due on the first day of the workshop.

Materials

Oil Paint

  • Titanium white
  •  Yellow ochre
  • Cad red light
  • Alizarin crimson
  • Indian red
  • Burnt umber
  • Raw umber
  • Prussian blue
  • Ultramarine blue
  •  Ivory black or lamp black

Solvent

  • Odourless Mineral Spirits (Turpentine is NOT permitted in the studio)

Medium

  • Linseed Oil

Canvas

  • Canvas or Panel either 24 x 30 or 18 x 24 (optional 30 x 40) primed a mid tone grey

Brushes

  • Bristle or Synthetic in a variety of sizes (rounds and flats)

Tools

  • Palette Knife
  • Paper or any other palette
  •  Two medium cups
  •  Two small jars for cleaning brushes
  •  Rags and paper towels
  •  Mahl stick
  • Knitting needle
  • Charcoal willow sticks
  • News print and drawing board
   

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About ARA Workshops

Each participant gets lots of one-on-one attention from our superb instructors. ARA instructors teach year round so, unlike many artists who offer summer/holiday workshops our instructors are professional teachers as well as accomplished artists. Whether you are an award-winning experienced artist or have never painted before, our instructors will tailor to your skill level. If you have any questions or are having trouble with online registration, please contact us.