March 7 - April 11, 2026 (6 weeks)
Saturdays, 10:00am-1:00pm Eastern Standard Time (New York time)
The Zoom link will be provided. Recordings are available to registrants, so attending the live sessions is not required. Participants are invited to email progress each week by 12:00pm EST (New York time) on Tuesdays for feedback, which is sent to the class as a mid-week video.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This six-week Alla Prima portrait course is built around the union of strong structural concepts and bold painterly expression. Students will complete three two-week portraits. In the first week of each project, we focus on a dominant structural element unique to the pose—such as tilt, compression, or angularity—establishing clear proportions, value relationships, and solid construction. The goal is to build a confident architectural foundation that gives the portrait strength and clarity.
In the second week, we shift into a full, expressive finish. With structure firmly in place, students are encouraged to “go for it,” pushing color, edges, brushwork, and surface quality to bring energy and individuality to the painting. This stage emphasizes artistic vision and stylistic boldness while preserving the vitality of the initial lay-in.
Each session includes a focused discussion, live demonstration, and supportive group critique. Designed for all levels, this course combines disciplined drawing with fearless Alla Prima execution—bringing together structure and style in a dynamic, painterly process.