Still Life Independent Study (Drapery) - Jonathan Hodge

Come study classical still life painting with an emphasis on drapery.

Each week, the instructor will work on a private painting commission which will serve as the live demonstration, sharing techniques and methods for painting from life.

Students may:

• Follow the demonstration closely
• Work more independently at their own pace

Individual feedback and critiques will be provided in a laidback, supportive environment.

Participants are encouraged to develop a single painting over the duration of the course, although there is flexibility for students who would like to create quicker paintings.

The instructor is open to students working on their pieces outside of class.

The structure is similar to an independent study, allowing students to choose their own subject matter, with the inclusion of drapery recommended.

Prerequisite

• Beginning Drawing or Beginning Painting

Supply List

Students can bring whatever colors they are most comfortable using.

All paints should be professional quality and not student grade.

Recommended paint brands:

• Gamblin
• Michael Harding
• Old Holland
• Windsor & Newton
• Williamsburg
• Rublev
• Holbein

Colors Used by the Instructor

• Titanium White
• Flake White
• Naples Yellow Italian, Williamsburg
• Yellow Ochre
• Transparent Earth Yellow, Gamblin
• Raw Sienna
• Cad Red Light
• Burnt Sienna
• Alizarin Crimson
• Cad Red Medium
• Cad Orange
• Burnt Umber
• Raw Umber
• Ivory Black
• Ultramarine Blue
• Olive Green, Holbein
• Viridian

Other Supplies

• Sable or synthetic filbert brushes in assorted sizes:
  • 0
  • 2
  • 4
  • 6

Recommended brush brands:

• Rosemary
• Da Vinci
• Windsor & Newton

Brushes should be professional grade.

Additional Supplies

• Palette knife
• Bar of unscented Ivory soap for brush cleaning
• Gamsol odorless mineral spirits and airtight container
• Cold pressed linseed oil and small container
• Blue paper towels or paint rags
• Palette:
  • Wood
  • Glass
  • “New Wave” palettes are recommended

Students may bring whatever painting supports they are most comfortable using.