Expressive Techniques for Oil Painting

Begin the course by getting to know more about Ana Laso's influences and her artistic background as she highlights some of the landmark moments in her career as a painter. She also shares key aspects of her constant training and development within the art world.

Next, get acquainted with the course materials and find inspiration to use in your first sketch. Make your own color wheel and value scale to create those delicate nuances in your still life.

Move on to searching for references for your piece using platforms such as Pinterest, then edit the file in Procreate and Photoshop to get the first sketch. Now it's time to pick up your pencil and start sketching your work on the canvas!

Using a selection of palette knives, paintbrushes, and oil paints, fill your canvas with color until it's ready for the finishing touches. Learn how to varnish and frame your work, and discover the possibilities for applying it to different products and formats.

Finally, Ana teaches you how to create the document that grants you the authorship of your work. Now you've got the skills and knowledge to create all your own oil paintings from scratch.