Have you hesitated to pursue oil painting due to environmental and health concerns? Now is the perfect time to embrace this beautiful, traditional medium in its water-soluble, non-toxic form. Water-soluble oil paints provide all the luxurious, buttery qualities that professional artists adore while eliminating the hazardous solvents and cleanup challenges of conventional oils.
In this comprehensive class, students learn fundamental techniques for working with water-soluble oil colors, including proper pigment mixing, color theory application, and essential brush handling methods. The curriculum covers creating monochromatic Grisaille paintings to develop tonal understanding, followed by advanced glazing and color layering techniques to build luminous, richly-hued artworks. Students explore diverse painting styles and subject matter, from still life and portraiture to landscape and abstract composition.
Beyond technique, the course provides detailed product information about water-soluble oil paint brands and formulations, recommended brush types for different applications, proper maintenance and cleaning procedures, and the selection of quality supports and materials. Understanding these practical aspects ensures students can continue developing their skills confidently after the class ends.
This class is available online and in-studio. Click here for the in-studio class
Please Note: This class uses an individualized instruction model rather than a "copy the teacher" format where all students create identical paintings. Your artistic voice and personal interpretation are valued.
Prerequisites: Online Drawing with Graphite 101, Online Oil Pastel 101, Watercolor 201 - Beginner, Online Painting with Acrylics 301, or comparable class.
Materials/Supply List:
Please note: Course materials are brand and type specific.
Water Soluble Oils 401 Kit
Oil Colors (Winsor & Newton Artisan Water-Soluble):
- Alizarin Crimson Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Burnt Umber Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Cadmium Orange Hue Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Cadmium Red Hue Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Cadmium Yellow Medium Hue Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Cadmium Yellow Pale Hue Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Dioxazine Purple Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Ivory Black Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Naples Yellow Hue Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Olive Green Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Payne's Gray Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Phthalo Green Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Phthalo Yellow Green Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Titanium White Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Zinc White Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- French Ultramarine Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
- Yellow Ochre Artisan Oil 37ML (Qty: 1)
Brushes and Accessories:
- Royal 3/4 inch Wash Soft Grip Brush (Qty: 1)
- Royal 12 Short Shader Soft Grip Brush (Qty: 1)
- Mona Lisa Pink Soap 4oz for brush cleaning (Qty: 1)
Palettes and Supports:
- Strathmore Palette Pad 9x12 Disposable (Qty: 1)
- Strathmore Canvas Pad 12x16, 10 sheets (Qty: 1)
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
