Oil painting – a simple approach with Tom Benjamin

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Location: West Dean
£177
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About this course

Work from direct observation on a simple still life as you learn to structure an oil painting and build up colour.

Timetable

Student registration: 9am
Course teaching: 9.15am - 5pm
Lunch is included

General Information

Tutors

Tom Benjamin

Tom Benjamin paints landscapes, town and coastal views in oils, outside in front of the subject, in all weathers. He is represented by Sarah O'Kane Fine Art.

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