Intro to Oil Painting

​Adults (18+)  |  All Materials Provided  |  No experience needed

​Instructor: Matt Higgins

​In this class you will learn the fundamentals of oil painting, how to use the materials, and make a painting with guidance from a professional artist and teacher. We will explore materials, color theory, value, composition, and simple techniques for building a painting from start to finish.

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​Meet your Teacher:

​Matt Higgins is both an artist and an art professor based in Philadelphia, PA. He engages in a consistent studio practice, with a primary focus on painting across various bodies of work. He received his BFA from West Chester University in 2011 and his MFA from The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in 2017. As well as maintaining a regular studio practice, he teaches at a few schools in the area including Drexel University, Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art and Design. His art is included in numerous private collections and has been featured in a diverse range of interior design projects, spanning residential properties, corporations, and hotels. Both his home and studio are located in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia, where he lives with his wife and two kids.
@matthigginsart

​Important Note:
We need at least 8 students to run the class — if it doesn’t fill, you’ll get a full refund.
Need to cancel? Just confirm with us 48 hours ahead for a full refund.