Join Francis Martin in this 2-day drawing and oil painting workshop and deep dive into the innovative use of colour in the painted portrait

Working in oils, you will undertake colour theory exercises paired with an investigation into the application and optics of colour as used by artists from history. You will then put these ideas and skills into practise over the 2 days; drawing and painting from a live model.

Guidance in drawing, painting and colour theory will be given throughout the course, within a fun, friendly and supportive environment. The 2-days will give you time to immerse into portraiture and hone your skills in drawing, painting and using colour. You will gain an insight and understanding of how colour can be used to your advantage in painting the portrait.

Tutor: Francis Martin
Date & Time: Friday 15th & Saturday 16th August, 10am - 3pm
Venue: Chisel Studio, New Brewery Arts
PRICE: £260 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?

All abilities are welcome, though experience with oil painting or portraiture is beneficial.

What you will need:
All tools and materials provided.

Please bring something suitable to take your work home in, such as a portfolio to fit up to A2.

You may wish to bring an apron.

MEET YOUR TUTOR

Francis Martin’s work explores the light emulating effects of charcoal graphite and oil paint. Working from life and before the motif he aims to convey a personal response to his environment and the world around him. As a result his practice encompasses a broad variety of ideas and subject matter, including portraiture, landscape, life-drawing, still life and interiors.

Graduating with a BA in Fine art Practice and theory from Winchester school of art in 2009, Francis went on to study on a postgraduate Scholarship at the Royal Drawing School. He exhibits widely and has undertaken residencies in the UK and Italy.