Learn the fundamentals of oil painting in a relaxed and supportive environment. This class covers alla prima techniques, basic color theory, mixing cool and warm colors, and how to create depth and form using values. Each student will complete a painting by the end of the session, working from a simple still life. Perfect for beginners or those wanting to strengthen foundational skills.

Single sessions are $80

Age: Adults 18+

Skill: Beginning/Intermediate

Supplies Needed:

All basic supplies including oil paints, brushes, and canvas are provided by the instructor. Students will be given a list of brushes to bring, as well as a sketchbook and pencil.

NOTE: classes may be purchased as single session on the dates you wish to attend. Or go to the calendar to purchase the 6 week session.

Learn the fundamentals of oil painting in a relaxed and supportive environment. This class covers alla prima techniques, basic color theory, mixing cool and warm colors, and how to create depth and form using values. Each student will complete a painting by the end of the session, working from a simple still life. Perfect for beginners or those wanting to strengthen foundational skills.

Single sessions are $80

Age: Adults 18+

Skill: Beginning/Intermediate

Supplies Needed:

All basic supplies including oil paints, brushes, and canvas are provided by the instructor. Students will be given a list of brushes to bring, as well as a sketchbook and pencil.

NOTE: classes may be purchased as single session on the dates you wish to attend. Or go to the calendar to purchase the 6 week session.

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!

Learn the fundamentals of oil painting in a relaxed and supportive environment. This class covers alla prima techniques, basic color theory, mixing cool and warm colors, and how to create depth and form using values. Each student will complete a painting by the end of the session, working from a simple still life. Perfect for beginners or those wanting to strengthen foundational skills.

Single sessions are $80

Age: Adults 18+

Skill: Beginning/Intermediate

Supplies Needed:

All basic supplies including oil paints, brushes, and canvas are provided by the instructor. Students will be given a list of brushes to bring, as well as a sketchbook and pencil.

NOTE: classes may be purchased as single session on the dates you wish to attend. Or go to the calendar to purchase the 6 week session.

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!

Join teaching artist Annie Melik for a series of immersive 8-week studio courses that bridge the gap between historical art movements and contemporary painting practice. Each week combines hands-on technical exercises, rich historical discussion, and guided creative process in a joyful group learning experience to help artists deepen their understanding and refine their personal style.

$60/2-hr session or $480 for full 8-weeks

Audience: Intermediate to advanced artists, art students, and educators 

Duration: each session 2 hrs. Full course is 8 weeks

• $60 individual sessions, sign up HERE.

• $480 8-week workshop, sign up HERE.

Format: Weekly studio painting sessions + historical context and artist’s debate of the topic.

Class dates & subjects:

• Week 1: 10/10/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Classical Foundations – Renaissance & Baroque

• Week 2: 10/17/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Romanticism & Realism

• Week 3: 10/31/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Impressionism

• Week 4: 11/7/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Post-Impressionism & Symbolism

• Week 5: 11/14/2025, 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Cubism & Futurism

• Week 6: 11/21/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Expressionism & Surrealism

• Week 7: 12/5/2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Abstract Expressionism & Minimalism

• Week 8: 12/12/2025: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Contemporary Movements & Personal Practice as Artists

What You’ll Gain

• Explore foundational techniques from major art movements

• Apply historical methods to modern painting

• Create a series of paintings inspired by global traditions

• Develop a personal visual language rooted in art history

• Build a portfolio of sketches and finished works

Why This Class? Whether you're refining your portfolio, expanding your teaching practice, or seeking new inspiration, this course offers a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation. Work in studio, continue at home, and grow with a community of passionate artists.

Limited spots available, enroll now and elevate your painting practice!