FA26 Tuesday Introduction to Oil Painting

Day/Time: 10 Tuesdays starting September 15, 6:00–8:30pm

Location: W20 Art Studios, W20-425

Instructor: Timothy Lee

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of oil painting. Students will engage in a series of exercises that help them develop an understanding of the power of images to convey ideas and modes of expression. Exposure to the principles of color theory, mark-making, and textural applications will provide them with the tools to navigate their exploration of the medium.

Although this class is an introduction to oil painting, previous familiarity with observational drawing and basic drawing techniques are necessary as painting builds up on concepts in drawing that are not covered in this class.

Materials: Students will need to purchase 2 stretched canvases (instead of canvas boards) sized approximately 16” x 20” or slightly smaller, 1 glass scraper, 1 palette knife (metal, medium-long trowel), and 2 small glass jars with an airtight lids. Students should also have a sufficient variety of different brushes. Please check the materials list for information on types of brushes. Students should bring all materials to the first class.

*Materials fee covers the cost of other consumables such as paint, cleaning agents, linseed oil, and rags, as well as a $50 glass palette deposit, which is returned following receipt of a cleaned glass palette at the end of the semester.

Tuition and Fees: MIT Undergraduate & Graduate Students $165 | MIT Faculty, Staff, & Other Affiliates $315 | Materials Fee: $80