Introduction to Painting C with Jorge Vara Hernandez
Class | Registration opens 3/2/2026 12:00 AM EST
Introduction to Painting C is one of three Introduction to Painting classes that build on one another and may be taken out of sequence. Each level of Intro to Painting (A, B, and C) focuses on different color schemes. After completion of all three levels, students will have an expanded vocabulary of color mixtures which will equip them to transfer into Intermediate Painting. Students will work from observation (still life and landscape) and collage/sketches. This class will implement a color-mixing method unique to the Washington Studio School. Students will also be exposed to art references, both historical and contemporary.
What you can expect:
Push knowledge of color-mixing
Work from observation (still life).
Gain knowledge of ala prima painting.
Build a vocabulary pertinent to painting and engage in group discussions.
Who is this class for: This class is the last of the Introduction to Painting series. Ideally, students taking level C will have taken level B & A prior, but can take this class nonetheless if they are new to painting. IT IS STRONGLY recommended that students have some drawing experience before taking any painting class. All three courses must be completed for the Foundation Certificate Program.
Your instructor has provided a list of materials required to participate fully in this class.
If you have any questions about specifics or what is needed week-to-week, please reach out to your instructor via the email in your confirmation letter.
View Supply List:
- Utrecht Artists Acrylic Gesso - White,
- Blick Scholastic White Hog Bristle Set - Set of 6 - The set of brushes includes two Flats (Sizes 8 and 12), two Rounds (Sizes 6 and 10), and two Brights (Sizes 12 and 18). (you can purchase them individually or as a set)
- Palette Knife—Recommended: Blick Painting Knife - Medium Long Trowel, 13
- Glass Jar - 2 oz (You just need either a glass or stainless-steel cup to hold solvents and/or medium)
- The Masters Brush Cleaner and Preserver - Travel Size, 0.25 oz
- Strathmore 400 Series Oil Painting Pad - 18" x 24", 10 Sheets - You can either stretch your own canvas or use oil painting paper, either Strathmore or Arches has good paper. If you choose to use paper you will need to purchase a drawing board or any sort of support for your paper - please do not use the school's drawing boards.
- Glass Palette or Blick Palette Paper Pad - 12" x 16
- A larger-sized palette is okay, but try not to have a smaller-sized pad as it will make mixing colors more difficult.
- If you have a glass palette, you need to have a piece of foamboard and tape to support and protect your glass palette.
- Excel Blades Hand-Held Scraper (Needed only if you have a glass palette)
- Silicoil Brush Cleaning Tank
- Blick Economy White Bristle Brush 2.5 in.—For Gesso.
- Gamblin 1980 Oils - Introductory Set—Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Red Light, Alizarin, Crimson, Phthalo Green, Ultramarine Blue, Yellow Ochre, Ivory Black, Titanium White, Gamblin
(You can purchase these paint colors either as a set or separately from Gamblin or other Brands like Utrecht, Blue Ridge, Winsor and Newton, Rembrandt, Michael Harding, or Williamsburg):
- Gamblin 1980 Oils-Cerulean Blue
- Gamblin 1980 Oils-Dioxazine Purple
- Gamblin 1980 Oils - Raw Umber
- Gamblin Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits
Other supplies:
- Paper Towels
- Artist Tape—1 in.
- Vine charcoal (optional)
- Plastic Gloves (optional)
Jorge Vara Hernandez
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