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Sold Out – Introduction to Oil Painting Basics

Wednesday, January 15 from 9:30 AM 12:30 PM

$295

Dates: Wednesdays, January 15 – March 5, 2025
Time:
 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This class meets weekly for 8 weeks
Instructor:
 Michael Bartlett
Location:
 Room 208
Ages:
Adults
Skill Level: Beginning
Registration Fee: $295

This class requires students to purchase materials ahead of time. You can view the full materials list here.

About the class

This 8 week course takes the oil paint curious student through the fundamental steps of the traditional craft of making oil paintings. You will learn what makes the oil paint medium unique, and so versatile. Students will begin skill building with paint handling and color making through guided practice on basic subjects. This will be a “hands on course” with demonstration examples and classroom discussion. The instructor will provide plenty of time for private questions and answers to ensure that each student achieves some learning progress. Whether you are new to the medium of oil painting or want to renew your interest in the allure of this ancient craft you will be welcome. 

Please note, this course teaches solvent free, non-toxic methods of working with oil paint and easy brush clean-up. Any materials used in the class not listed on the materials list will be provided in class at no charge.


Are you an SCC Member? All Memberships(Excluding the $50/year tier) receive 10% off any purchase above $40. You should have received your discount code in your membership confirmation email.

If you have any questions regarding the use of your code, you can contact Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org or call the office at (707)938-4626.

Not a member? View more information about our monthly and yearly plans here.

The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.

About the Instructor

Michael Bartlett

Instructor / Artist

Michael E. Bartlett – an artist of the west. Has practiced fine and commercial arts for over 50 years. An award-winning oil painter of landscapes and coastal scenes, master craftsman and innovator, from Montana, working now in Northern California, lives paints and teaches in Sonoma, California. Member of the California Art Club and Oil Painters of America.

https://www.michaelebartlett.com/

Questions and Answers

  • All Levels
  • Welcomes participants from beginning through advanced. Instructor provides a balanced and flexible curriculum suitable for participants with any level of experience.
  • Beginning
  • Participant has little to no experience with this medium and needs or expects guidance at every step during the class. Participant wants to learn about materials, techniques, and vocabulary of the medium.
  • Intermediate
  • Participant is comfortable with the medium and expects both guidance and time to work alone with the medium.
  • Advanced
  • Participant is very confident with all aspects of the medium. Participant is self-motivated; ready to experiment and develop their artistic voice.

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We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 days’ notice, we will not be able to provide refunds, due to our contractual obligations and material purchases for each class. 

Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee, or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.

Late additions to any program, class, or workshop that has already begun will be allowed on a per-case basis depending upon the Program Director & instructors approval. Late additions will have to pay the full registration cost of the class, along with any materials fees, and will not be prorated for the time missed. You may reach out to the program directors directly, or the Program Associate Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org to request a late addition.

We are always looking for new instructors. You can find more information about the process here, or fill out the form directly here.

You can view our full class policies and guidelines here.

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