About This Experience

Join Cara Bain to learn how to paint realistic and dynamic portraits using Gamblin Artist Grade Oil Paints! Discover how to mix skin tones and master the brushwork and paint application techniques that will bring your portrait to life.

Cara will demonstrate her proven method for mixing varied skin tones and share her many ‘tricks of the trade’ for portraiture. From directional brushwork to handling light and shadow, Cara will guide you through rendering even the trickiest features of the face. This demo is perfect for artists of all levels.

Materials

Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints:  Titanium White, Yellow Ochre,  Cadmium Red Light,  Alizarin Crimson,  Ultramarine Blue,  Transparent Earth Red (or Burnt Sienna),  Burnt Umber

Gamblin Refined Linseed Oil 

Gamblin Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirit

Opus Denman Brushes: Round #2, Flat #8,  Angled ¼",  ½"

Opus Fortissimo Brushes: Round 6-10

Metal Palette Knife 

Glass Palette

Canvas or Wood Panel: Prepared with three coats of white gesso

Gesso

This informative hands-on workshop will happen at the Opus Art Supplies Granville Island location is sure to sell out!  There is a $10 fee to register for the in-store event. At the end of this demo, you'll receive a $10 Opus Gift Card, and a coupon for 10% off and FREE SAMPLES too!