Course Description

I'm so happy you've decided to join me in this beautiful creative experience as we explore the art of painting a portrait in oils

If you're like me, you have an intense desire to create art that expresses what you think, see, and feel. You may also want to learn a few new techniques to add to your repertoire.

In Bloom, I share how I develop a portrait from start to finish and take the fear out of painting with oils.

  • Immediate Access | Self Study
  • 2+ hours of content
  • Downloadable Reference images & photo
  • Supply list
  • Facebook Creative Community
  • Cost: $48
  • Lifetime Access

Techniques Taught

In this portrait lesson you will learning the following techniques:

  • Mix beautiful skin tones
  • Create a dramatic background
  • Create Impressionistic style flowers
  • Paint hair with color and dimension
  • Create depth and luminosity in your painting
  • Paint with oils using non-toxic solvents
  • Establish a working color palette
  • Use a palette knife to create interesting marks
  • Create form by mixing light to dark values

Instructor(s)

About Me Renee Mueller

Thank you for choosing to take my class, I'm so thrilled and honored that you're here. I want to tell you a little about me. I hold a BFA from the University of Michigan where I studied Art History, Dance, and Choreography. I danced professionally and had the honor of teaching dance at the University of Michigan's Musical Theater and Theater Departments. Most of my life has been spent in the dance studio and the theater. Because of this, I have had the privilege to work with many talented dancers, costume designers, set designers, lighting designers, and musicians. One of the many things that I learned from this experience in the performing arts was to honor your ideas and devote yourself to a subject. Also, to share, support, and collaborate. Once I decided to "exit stage left", it was challenging to find another creative outlet. Like many of us, I loved to draw, paint and create as a child, but never really invested a tremendous amount of time in cultivating that practice. About 10 years ago I began drawing again and decided to commit to a daily practice. I was challenged and inspired!. So, I continue to practice, experiment with materials, and allow my ideas to guide me through the process. When creating art, I draw upon the many methods I learned as a dancer, choreographer, and teacher. Research, gathering inspiration, honoring my point of view, and sharing ideas. It is my hope that by sharing my creative practices, my process, techniques and what inspires me, you will find something that works for you.