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Eli P.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 922,428

  • Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Teaching since 2014
  • BA in Studio Art, Drawing Concentration from Binghamton University
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

We'll be discussing color mixing and blending, dry brush vs wet brush, composition, color contrast, mood and theming, and more! How to properly use and dispose of mineral spirits, clean your materials, and the benefits of oil paints as a medium, etc..

About Eli

Hello! I am a professional artist and art teacher with 6 years of education experience. Previously I studied Studio Art at SUNY Binghamton. I've had my artwork hung in galleries, offices, restaurants and other venues around the Boston area. I've been hired for murals, book illustrations, private c

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Felix

My 10 y.o. son has taken several lessons with Eli and he loves every minute of them. Eli is skilled and patient. I highly recommend water color lessons with Eli.

Hunter

Eli is amazing with my 10 year old son. He is learning some basic drawing skills while having fun.

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Anthony G.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 1,064,340

  • Bachelor Of Fine Arts with a major in painting from Tyler School of Art, part of Temple University
  • Teaches students 7 and up
  • Awarded GRAND PRIZE from Highlands Festival At Waterloo Art Show
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

Whatever your skill level, however fast or slow you want to go, I want to help you to become a better artist and enjoy it while you're learning! What we cover in your lesson will be determined by your level of expertise. If you are just starting out with oils, we will discuss some important things to understand about the colors, mediums, how to set up your palette and some different ways of applying paint, etc. If you already have some experience with oil painting, we will pick up with whatever areas you would like to improve on. If you are interested in painting the human figure or portraits in particular, we can discuss some important ways to go about painting flesh tones. There are also some little known tips I want to tell you about that will be useful to artists of any skill level!

I will share with you any suggestions that I have for technique or different ways of approaching your painting that may help you with whatever areas you're struggling with. If you would like to work

About Anthony

I want to help you make huge leaps in your skills to become a better artist than you even thought was possible! Whatever you want to create, you can do it! Private lessons can save a lot of time and keep you on the right path for your personal individual needs, where ever you are on your way to bec

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Neeta

Anthony has quickly accelerated my 10 yo daughter's drawing abilities. He has taken a natural interest of hers and turned it into a skill. He is careful, patient and dedicated to his students. I highly recommend him!

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Megan R.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 1,348,164

  • Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
  • BFA Painting from Texas State University
  • Awarded The Edge of Realism from Abend Gallery
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

Oil painting is a timeless medium. In your oil painting class you will gain knowledge on materials, color mixing , stages of a painting , contemporary and classical techniques and more. I have been trained by international artists in the top of their field in classical atelier methods as well as contemporary painting styles. My classes bring a sense of adventure and curiosity to portraits, landscape, abstraction and other styles. Each class is customized to meet you where you are. I have been exhibiting and selling paintings for 10 years so I can also help you in the realm of keeping an active creative practice alive. I also offer a professional perspective on pursuing an art career if you want to take your love of painting to the next level.

About Megan

My background: When I'm not in my art studio creating oil paintings, I enjoy teaching others what I have learned in over a decade of schooling. I have trained with some of the top artists in the fine art industry and learned many of their secrets to share with you. My methods combine classical and

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Gary

Megan is an outstanding artist as I noted seeing her portfolio and some work she shared at the start of our lesson but a great teacher as well! Very positive, easy to understand, clear about next steps and gives homework to do on if you want to really dig in. Looking forward to the next session!

Sandy C.

I loved it it was challenging

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David Z.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 993,384

  • Teaching since 2010
  • Awarded Certificate of Appreciation from The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter
  • Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

• Use materials such as pens and ink, watercolors, charcoal and oil to create artwork.
• Confer with clients and other interested parties regarding the nature and content of artwork to be produced.
• Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques for clients of all ages.
• Collaborate, gather materials and design curriculum for art workshops in the community:
o Charcoal Over Watercolor Workshop
o Watercolor Workshop
o Acrylic Painting Workshop
o Self-Portraits in Charcoal Workshop
o Mixed Media Black Ink Over Gouache Workshop
o Oil Pastel Workshop "Beekle, The Imaginary Friend"

• Providing professional framing services for art workshop clientele
• Art brokering and marketing art material at various shows including:
o Art Show- Prairie Arts Festival, Schaumburg, 5-28-2017
• Sales, Murals Advertising and Promotional Artwork

About David

Dedicated art professional with 18 years of experience in creating artwork utilizing various medias. In my early years I worked as an outsider artist giving watercolor lessons for Susan Edwards of the artist place called "The Art Attack in Sycamore Illinois. After some years of painting and display

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Daniel

Had a great lesson with David, Decided to purchase a few hour one time lesson to paint a picture with my wife. David did a great job. I was very happy how he accommodated us and the time he put in before the lesson.

Michelle C.

David explains well to what needs improvement and is very constructive to what needs to be done. I'm learning so much. It's exciting

Karin

David is very experienced and knowledgeable for many art forms. And is very personable also.

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Roya M.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 780,516

  • Speaks English, Farsi
  • Teaching since 2008
  • Teaches students 11 and up
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

I have more than 10 years of experience in teaching drawing and painting in university and college.
I cover realistic style to abstract art with watercolor, oil, or acrylic. Also, you will learn a variety of techniques like glazing, impasto, and alla prima. subject matter can start with still life and continue architecture, landscape, and figurative art.

About Roya

My name is Roya. I am a professional artist and educator, and I'm a professor in painting and drawing.It would be my pleasure to teach you painting or drawing. Over the last 10 years, I have taught painting and drawing, including figure drawing and painting courses in universities and colleges.

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Lisa Hermanns

Roya is very encouraging and pleasant to work with!!!She picks wonderful lessons that address your interests and skill level. I look forward to improving my drawing skills and growing as a student of art!!!!

Andrew

She is very niice and patient.

Becky

She was just wonderful in showing me different techniques with each lesson.

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Deron C.

Teaches Online

Starting at IDR 567,648

  • Speaks Spanish
  • Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Teaching since 2003
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Private Oil Painting Teacher

Learn how to unlock your creative potential and release the artist inside you while also learning how to paint.

Deron C. has been exploring oil painting for over 20 years and has been teaching others how to express themselves creatively with it for over 10. He will lead you through a creative process that encourages creativity and allows painting students the freedom to paint in an intuitive way. Paint what you see whether the reference material is a photograph or a three-dimensional still life.

If you've never painted before, Deron will guide you through the basics of painting, color theory, and the elements and principles of design while helping you exercise and strengthen your creativity.

If you are a painter that needs a little advice or direction TakeLessons.com instructor Deron C. will help you evaluate your work, answer your questions and provide guidance to get you on the right track.

About Deron

I am a San Diego native and have shown my paintings extensively throughout San Diego. It wasn't until several years after I graduated from UCLA in 1994 with a Bachelors in Fine Arts, that I really tried to show my work in galleries. Most recently, my work has been in shows at Project X Gallery, The

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Paul D.

Great teacher! Excellent, patience, very helpful!

Amanda G.

Deron helped me simplify my technique so painting will be enjoyable and I will be so much better at it! I am thrilled

Kai C.

Deron was wonderful to work with and very communicative. My son enjoyed his art lesson.

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Average Cost of Oil Painting Lessons

The average cost of 60-minute oil painting lessons is IDR 1,192,060.80. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and location, you should expect to spend between IDR 709,560 and IDR 1,773,900 per hour.

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"Roya is a wealth of knowledge. She is patient, but still moves forward at a nice pace. She encourages to progress beyond current comfort levels."

Took Oil Painting lessons from Roya M.

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"Eileen is a great teacher with a lot of specific strategies for building a painting. She is very clear, personable and fun to work with. Her knowledge of materials and techniques can help anyone advance their skills and better understand the medium."

Monica

Took Oil Painting lessons from Eileen M.

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"Rita is an amazing artist, painter and teacher! Her skills and knowledge of oils and various medium is top notch and easily conveyed keeping in mind the age and skill of the students. Rita is organized and very professional (she's taught art for years) and she's best of all, fun! Her passion is to see students flourish and has more experience than most teachers out there."

Lisa

Took Oil Painting lessons from Rita C.

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"We had a basic first lesson in atmospheric perspective and painted a mountain landscape. Lesson was excellent!"

Jacqueline

Took Oil Painting lessons from Megan R.

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Private Oil Painting Lessons Near You

Used to create Bhuddist artwork, oil painting originated between the fifth and tenth centuries in Afghanistan. Sometime during the Middle Ages, oil painting made its way to Europe. The earliest European oil paintings are dated to around the 13th century in England, but it wasn't until the Renaissance that oil painting took hold, with oil paints becoming the medium of choice.

Since then, nearly all the master painters (except Michelangelo) have worked with oils. You'll recognize many famous oil paintings. These include works like the "Mona Lisa," "Starry Night," and "Whistler's Mother."

Why Learn Oil Painting?

Oil painting requires slightly more specific supplies and tools than any-old-paint-brush, paper, and cup of water. The specialized supplies and techniques ne

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eded for oil painting intimidate some artists, but it's the tools that are unique to oil painting that make it so brilliant. Once you know what you need and how to use it, oil painting's actually pretty simple!

A great choice for aspiring artists, new to painting, oil paints are much easier to use than others, like watercolors, acrylics, and pastels. They're also quite forgiving; it's simple to correct any mistakes you make. (But remember, they're only "happy accidents," according to Bob Ross.)

For well-practiced painters, oil paint offers the most versatility, control, and color potential. You can control the texture, saturation (value), blending, flow, drying time, and viscosity. Oil paint allows you to deposit perfect brushstrokes and also empowers artists to capture the most realistic colors of any type of paint.

The Best Way to Learn Oil Painting and What You'll Study in Lessons

It's easy to find plenty of free oil painting lessons and tutorials online, but the best way to learn oil painting is with a private teacher. In private lessons, you'll receive personalized instruction that isn't possible when viewing videos online or participating in a group class. You'll be able to work on the types of paintings that you enjoy most, while overcoming your own personal challenges.

Plus, no two private lessons are exactly alike. Private teachers design each lesson to meet the needs of their students, taking into account preferred learning styles and preexisting knowledge. For example, oil painting lessons for adults differ from oil painting classes for children in terms of teaching method and course content. In private lessons, you'll stay motivated and interested, while you work at a pace that's comfortable for you.

Sample Curriculum for Beginner Oil Painting

If you have little or no previous experience oil painting, then beginner lessons are for you. In beginner classes, your oil painting teacher will introduce you to the oil painting basics you need to start experimenting and making art with the medium. Your teacher might choose to cover the following topics:

  • Set up your studio and gather all the supplies you need
  • Learn how to care for your supplies
  • Introduction to color and mixing color
  • Understanding and using oil sketches
  • Introduction to pain order
  • Complete a small painting

Sample Curriculum for Intermediate Oil Painting

If you're already familiar with oil painting, but would like to improve your method by learning new techniques, then intermediate lessons are what you need. In intermediate classes, your oil painting tutor will introduce you to new concepts and approaches to painting, while you challenge yourself with increasingly complex and diverse subjects. Your teacher might choose to cover the following topics:

  • Consider composition and negative space
  • Create depth using perspective, background, middle ground, and foreground
  • Learn painting techniques (scrumbling, chiaroscuro, alla prima, etc.)
  • Working with and manipulating value
  • Painting landscape and still life
  • Using color graduation

Sample Curriculum for Advanced Oil Painting

Advanced oil painting classes are intended for well-practiced oil painters. In these lessons, artists will have the chance to work with other skilled painters to improve their compositions, techniques, and other stylistic choices. Content covered in advanced lessons greatly depends on the student's interests and goals, but your tutor might cover the following:

  • Painting the human form from live subjects
  • Painting from memory
  • Oil glazing
  • Art restoration and preservation
  • Create highly realistic paintings (trompe l'oeil)
  • Navigating the business of art

Find an Oil Painting Teacher Near You

If you're ready to sign up for private oil painting classes, then you'll need a teacher. Finding an oil painting tutor near you with TakeLessons is easy! A quick search will display pages of teachers who offer private lessons online and in-person. Be sure to check out several teacher profiles and reviews left by other aspiring artists, before you choose the tutor who's best for you.

TakeLessons tutors base rates on the length and frequency of lessons, but the cost of oil painting classes varies. With so many teachers to choose from, you'll be able to find someone who fits your budget and your schedule. Plus, you'll find that investing in private lessons pays off fast, as you get comfortable with a brush, learn new techniques, and improve your skills after the very first lesson.