This course is for everyone serious learners.

The portrait is done in Alla Prima style, painted mostly in two sittings.

Getting to know the likeness of model with the help good drawing is explained.

Understanding of light and shadow is explained .

Importance of brush strokes has been given major importance.

The advantages of Portrait painting in Oil Paint include "greater flexibility, richer and denser color, the use of layers, and a wider range from light to dark".

Edges, types of edges, and edge control to create a focal point, Basic color theory., Value and color relationship using the color wheel and its relationship with the value scale.

Painting the face and figure will ALLWAYS force you to focus hard on accuracy. If the nose is a little to the right, or too long, it will certainly be noticed—as opposed to a missing limb on a tree or the proper length of a house.

I suggest using a plumb line and level when painting portraits and figures, but even with those tools, you will quickly learn to deal with criticism—at the very least, your subject will be there to judge your work!

Portraits are effective and compelling when they tell us something about the person. A good portrait is not just a visual representation of a person; it will also reveal something about the essence of the person

A strong portrait captivates viewers, draws them into the painting, and engages their attention. Such a portrait painting causes the viewer to wonder about the person depicted. In this way a portrait painting or drawing can function as a biography - telling the story of that person's life.

Who this course is for:

• Students wanting to learn how to Paint Portrait in oil color

• Students willing to put in a couple hours everyday

• Students willing to take action and start painting amazing artwork

• Students wanting to add another skill to their tool belt

What you’ll learn

• Getting To know How To Get The Likeness Of The Model

• Mixing Skin Tones With Ease

• Understanding the hue ,value , edges, chroma or intensity of color

• Anyone can draw or paint if given proper guidance

Are there any course requirements or prerequisites?

• should have interest in drawing and painting