Oil Painting and Portraiture Course

Experience the art of oil painting with a globally acclaimed mentor!


Solomon Kammer
Solomon Kammer
23k

5 x 7 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests     $999

Adelaide
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Art
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Painting
Gain access to an extraordinary opportunity for intimate learning alongside an industry leader in oil and portrait painting, Solomon Kammer in Adelaide.
With an illustrious career marked by international exhibitions and major accolades, she is eager to teach everyone, from beginner to intermediate painters, the art of oil painting!
Experience the privilege of one-on-one guidance tailored to your individual learning style and skill level, all within a judgement-free, fun and supportive environment. Solomon will guide you through each step of the painting process and make sure you create a painting you can be proud of!
Throughout the five session course, you'll journey through a carefully curated series of lessons and exercises. Starting with an exploration of tone and edges, you'll progress to mastering colour charts and temperature studies.
Each lesson builds on the last, culminating in the creation of a stunning colour portrait that integrates all the techniques learned throughout the week. By breaking down the fundamentals of oil painting into digestible lessons, this workshop ensures that every student can develop their artistic side with confidence and ease.
Additionally, offering the opportunity to enjoy a more casual experience with Solomon and other students, an optional dinner and drinks event will take place on day three of the workshop.
This unique experience is only on offer once a year so sign up for this exclusive oil painting class today!
Note:
  • Course will be July 19 - 23 10 am - 5 pm. Finishing at 6 pm on day 5.
  • A full breakdown of the lesson plan and itinerary is available on request.


Knowledge required
This workshop is suitable for beginners starting out as well as those with some experience looking to build their skills.
 
What you'll get
Materials (included in ticket price):
  • Quality oil paint (yellow ochre, titanium white, ivory black, cadmium red)
  • Liquin Original Oil Painting Medium
  • Odour-free solvent and solvent container
  • Tabletop easel
  • Two varied size paint brushes
  • Grey paper palettes
  • Four canvas boards (portrait canvases prepared with drawing outline prior to workshop)
  • Wifi access and use of kitchen amenities
  • Water, tea and light snacking
You will take home:
  • A small canvas board (black and white tonal chart painting exercise)
  • A small canvas board (black and white portrait)
  • A medium canvas board (Zorn Palette colour chart that acts as a colour mixing recipe/guide and can be used as a reference for future portrait paintings)
  • A medium canvas board (Colour portrait)
What to bring
  • Notebook and pen if note-taking supports your learning
  • BYO snacks/lunch or option to purchase at nearby food vendors
  • Phone/tablet charger if necessary
Note: Optional dinner and drinks event on day 3 is not included in ticket price and will be an additional cost for those who attend.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive days.

Location

Adelaide, SA

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Oil Painting and Portraiture Course location
Your teacher

Solomon Kammer
Solomon Kammer

23k

Solomon Kammer is a leading contemporary artist with an illustrious career marked by international exhibitions, including the world's most famous art fairs: Art Basel, Sydney Contemporary, and Asia Now Paris. Solomon has received major accolades such as the Creative Australia National Arts and Disability Early Career Award and is represented by prestigious international galleries. Their work has been selected for major national art prizes like the Archibald Prize and the Ramsay Art Prize.
Over the past few years, Solomon has run their highly acclaimed Oil Painting Masterclass Workshop seven times, now offered exclusively once per year. As a self-taught artist who found standardised teaching methods limiting, Solomon understands the importance of individualised learning, especially for those who think differently. Having personally experienced the intimidation that can come with learning new skills in traditional settings, Solomon has worked to cultivate a learning environment that is entirely supportive, free of judgement and competitiveness, and comfortable for making mistakes and learning at one's own pace. This insight has shaped their teaching philosophy, focusing on tailored, personalised instruction that allows each student to explore their potential and build their skills.
The workshop environment is professional yet intimate and fun, featuring stimulating music and offering one-on-one relationship building with Solomon, as well as afternoon wine and drinks to create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Solomon fosters a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for diverse minds and backgrounds, ensuring that every participant feels supported.
Solomon believes that while an artist's style cannot be taught, mastering fundamental skills is crucial for creative freedom. "You have to learn the rules to be able to break the rules, " says Solomon, whose workshops are designed to equip students with these essential skills. With a decade of painting experience and expertise in portraiture and oil painting, Solomon's workshops offer an unparalleled opportunity for intimate learning with an industry leader. Past participants have achieved remarkable results, with some going on to have their works selected for major national art prizes.
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