Realistic Floral Painting


Capturing the beauty of flowers in oil paint is an amazing experience.  The richness of the colour and depth of shape that can be created is truly awe inspiring. 

In this course I will walk you through everything you need to know to develop an idea worth painting, and then the processes you will need to actually paint that image. 

​If you are unfamiliar with colour mixing I suggest you take my Colour Mixing with Confidence Course first.
( Click on the bolded text to go that course. )

What will you specifically learn in this course: 
  • How to take and choose great source photos,
  • Composing your image for added affect,
  • Choosing canvas sizes and shapes appropriate for your composed image,
  • Preparing your surface and transferring your image to that surface,
  • Techniques for signing the front of your canvas,
  • My method of capturing the realism of the bloom,
  • How and when to call a painting done,
  • Pricing, varnish, framing, etc. 

Who is this class for:
  • artists who feel intimidated by the complexity of flowers, but would like to paint them.
  • artists who have dabbled in painting flowers but are not quite satisfied with the effect they are able to achieve

Who is this not for:
  • The beginning artist with no experience painting

What you will need:
  • Good internet connections as our in-person calls are on Zoom.
  • A computer or iPad that will allow you to connect to a programs online.
  • Brushes, paints, easel, colour mixing knowledge. 
  • Time to dedicate to your painting each week. 

What is the format of the course? 
  • The course consists of video lessons which are hosted in my classroom space on my website.  With your login credentials you will have access to the course materials for a year. You can always come back and rewatch any video that you are interested in. 
  • I will host Zoom calls once a week for the 6 week duration of the course.  This is the place to ask questions, and go over the new materials for the next week's work. 
  • All calls will be recorded and available in the classroom space for you to watch when you are able. 
  • During the course you can email me images of your work for critique and special attention for the piece that you are working on. 

Cost: $375 CDN (If you live outside Canada your credit card will convert your currency to CDN dollars) 
When: Saturday morning at 9 am PST. 
Dates: April 4, 18, 25, May 2, 16, 23.  No class on the 11 April or 9 May.

Contact with me: By email during the duration of the course

What will you have achieved by taking this course:
  • Invaluable knowledge about what it takes to design a really interesting painting.
  • How to choose and prepare your materials for the success of your painting.
  • How to present your finished piece in a professional way.

 Skills and knowledge that will support you art career beyond the term of this course.  ​
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​Would you like to add the Colour Mixing course ($450 for the two classes)?  Click the button below. 
Payment plan: Split the course fees over (2) payments
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          Sept 29 - Oct 2 in Vancouver          ➡️