Port Aransas Art Center

Oil Paint Class with Donna Bland | Tuesday & Wednesday March 10 & 11, 2026

Tuesday & Wednesday in March -Oil Paint Class with Donna Bland

DATE: 19th TIME: 12:00pm-3:30pm FEE: $170/$175

Join us for an immersive oil painting workshop where you’ll develop your skills through hands-on demonstrations and engaging class participation. Each morning, we will explore essential concepts such as:

  • Value: Learn how to create depth and dimension in your artwork.
  • Color: Discover the principles of color theory to enhance your palette.
  • Composition: Master the arrangement of elements to create striking compositions.
  • Brush Strokes: Experiment with various techniques to achieve unique textures and effects.
  • Edges: Understand the importance of edges in defining shapes and forms.

Each day, you’ll leave with a completed painting that showcases your progress and newfound techniques. Personal assistance will be provided at each easel, ensuring that you receive the guidance you need to thrive. Reference pictures will also be furnished to the artists, helping to inspire and inform your creations.

Donna’s Supplies List

Earths

Transparent Red Oxide

Burnt Umber

Yellow Ochre

Yellows

Cadmium Yellow Lemon or Light

Cadmium Yellow Medium

Reds

Cadmium Red Light

Cadmium Red Medium

Alizarin Permanent

Blues

Ultramarine Blue

Cerulean

Greens

Viridian

Sap Green

Black and White

Titanium White* – I prefer Permalba White

Black: Chromatic Black

Brushes

#2 and #4 Round, #3 and #14 Bright, 6 and #8 Flats

I use a variety of brushes including Rosemary. Bring your favorites.

Rosemary Brushes – (only a suggestion of what I use)

Canvas 12 x 16, or 16 x 20 Any size Artist is comfortable with, 3 canvases of any

size

***Gamsol and Linseed Oil ONLY, NO TOXIC OR HEAVY FUMED solvents

March 10 @ 12:00
12:00 — 15:30 (3h 30′)

Port Aransas Art Center

Donna Bland

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