Oil Painting Workshop-Beginners

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Course code: P15B

Learn basic oil painting techniques, tips and pointers that will get you started on your artistic journey.

when: From 22 Nov 2025
Sat 10:00-16:00 One day
Tutor: Warren Sealey

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £55.00, concession fee £35.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

A one-day introductory workshop designed for complete beginners, as well as those returning to painting after a long break and seeking a refresher.

What can students expect?

Your tutor will guide you through the process of creating a still life painting from a photograph. Each stage will be clearly demonstrated, including drawing techniques, the use of paint thinners and mediums, and colour mixing. By the end of the day, you will have completed your own still life painting to take home.

Late starters allowed?

No.

Previous experience required?

No.

What is the progression route?

Learners can enrol on the "Oil Painting-Mixed Ability" course or Saturday workshops at Stoke Lodge to develop their skills and confidence.

Are there any extra costs?

Yes. Learners supply own materials.

Work set between sessions?

N/A

What should students bring?

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<li>Odourless paint thinner such as Zest It or Sansodor</li>
<li>Linseed oil, Liquin or another painting medium</li>
<li>A selection of brushes of various sizes. You can buy singles or multipacks with a variety of sizes in</li>
<li>An A3 pad of oil painting paper</li>
<li>Two dippers or small jam jars</li>
<li>Oil colours. You can buy sets with a variety of colours in but if buying separately the colours I use and recommend are:
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<li>Titanium White</li>
<li>Yellow Ochre</li>
<li>Cadmium Yellow Light</li>
<li>Cadmium Red Light</li>
<li>Alizarin Crimson</li>
<li>Burnt Sienna</li>
<li>Burnt Umber</li>
<li>Viridian Green</li>
<li>Cerulean Blue</li>
<li>Ultramarine Blue</li>
<li>Ivory Black</li>
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</ul>

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<li> If you are not sure what brand to buy for brushes and colours the tutor recommends the Winton range by Windsor & Newton as a good quality range for beginners. Also, the Georgian range by Daler Rowney.</li>
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Teaching method/style?

Demonstrations, exercises and opportunities for both group and individual tuition and feedback.

Equipment Required

See list above.

Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us

• If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.

• We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.

Cancellations by You

• If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.

• If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.

Transfers

• Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.

• A 10% transfer fee applies.

• Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.

Illness and Absence

• No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.

How Refunds Are Issued

• Refunds are returned via the original payment method:

• Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used.

• Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office.

Online Course Access

• Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.

• No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.