Still Life Oil Painting Workshop
Still Life Oil Painting Workshop
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Join me, artist Dan McDermott, for a full and creatively enriching day of still life oil painting at Jackson’s Art Supplies in Stroud (formerly Pegasus Art).
My teaching approach is centred on meeting each person exactly where they are. Whether you’re new to oils or already experienced, you’ll receive personalised, thoughtful guidance to deepen your practice and expand your natural painting approach.
One-day workshop ticket price: £95
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Throughout the day, you’ll explore:
- How to truly see shape and proportion
- Approaches to colour mixing and harmony
- Building structure, light and depth
- How to translate observation into expressive, confident marks
- Practical strategies for composition and simplifying your subject
With a balance of demonstrations, mindful exercises, individual coaching and plenty of supported painting time, you’ll build foundational skills while also developing your own artistic voice. Expect a warm, encouraging atmosphere that welcomes curiosity, experimentation, and personal growth.
You’ll Learn
- How to see shape, proportion and tonal relationships more accurately
- How to mix colours intentionally and cleanly
- How to build form and depth through paint handling
- How to create a balanced and engaging composition
- Techniques for expressive mark-making
- Ways to strengthen your own painting style
Who It’s For
This workshop is suitable for all skill levels—from complete beginners to experienced painters wanting a fresh approach.
What’s Included
- Full-day tuition (10:00–16:00)
- Guided exercises and demonstrations
- Individual coaching and feedback
- Still life setups provided
- Tea/coffee breaks (please bring your own lunch)
The workshop is bring-your-own-materials. There’s no need to purchase everything new—feel free to bring what you already have, as long as it’s comparable. Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and water with you. We will supply tea and coffee throughout the day. The Art shop will be open from 9 am, so you will have time to purchase materials you may need before the workshop
Our full materials can be read here and will be emailed to you after ticket purchase.
Location
Jackson's Art Supplies (formerly Pegasus Art)
Griffin Mill Trading Estate
London Road
Thrupp
GL5 2AZ
Location
Jackson's Art (Formally Pegasus Art), GL5 2AZ