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Winsor & Newton Artist Oil Colours: Landscape with Michael King
Winsor & Newton Artist Oil Colours: Landscape with Michael King
Join Winsor & Newton Education artist Michael King for a live, project-based painting demo using Winsor & Newton Artist Oil Colours. As you paint along with Michael, he’ll highlight the unique qualities of these professional-grade colours, their richness, consistency, and versatility, while sharing practical tips to get the most from your materials. Follow along, painting a landscape, and see how high-quality paints can transform your work. Don’t miss this demo with a fantastic plein air artist and educator!
Materials
Winsor & Newton Artists’ Oil Colours: Winsor Yellow, Permanent Rose, Cobalt Blue, Burnt Sienna, Titanium White
Winsor & Newton Artists' Oil Synthetic Brushes: Flat 6, 8
Winsor & Newton Oil & Acrylic Pads: 9x12"
Winsor & Newton Sansodor (Low Odour Solvent)
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This event is for Opus Members — thank you for being part of the creative community
Hosted by Opus Art Supplies & our Experience leader
Meet Michael King, a passionate Canadian artist with a deep love for plein air (outdoor) painting, through which he endeavours to capture the essence of every landscape he encounters. Drawing inspiration straight from the heart of nature, Michael is constantly attuned to the delicate dance of light, form, and colour, seamlessly blending representational elements with an impressionistic touch, resulting in captivating works of art. With a background in product design, he brings a wealth of technical expertise to his artistic practice, all while cherishing the beauty of simplicity. Michael's impact extends beyond his studio as he's also the driving force behind the Artful: Minds artist podcast series, enriching the lives of fellow creatives he meets along his way..Instagram: @michaelking.ca
Website: michaelking.ca
YouTube: MichaelKingArt
Instruction: michealking.ca
Artist Interview Podcast: @artfulminds
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Do I have to register in advance?
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What’s included in a paid vs free event?
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Free events are short, demo-based sessions led by professional artists—great for inspiration and learning.
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Is it okay to ask questions during the demo?
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When will I be let in from the Zoom waiting room?
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