Workshops/Classes

COSTA MESA STUDIO

I am really excited to begin classes in the new Costa Mesa studio! To register for any of the classes below please email info@cynthiagrilli.com. Spring and summer schedule coming soon.

FEBRUARY

COSTA MESA

demo from January class

Beginning Portrait Painting in Oil
Wednesday Feb. 17th, 24th, March 3rd
10am – 2pm
Cost: $175 (includes model fee)

Students often forsake form when they paint a portrait because their primary concern is to describe the features of the face. When the underlying structure of the skull is ignored, the result is inevitably a flat and disproportionate image. In this class, students will learn to see the shapes created by the passage of light across form and will thus achieve the “likeness” that is of primary concern to portrait artists. By investigating the relationship between the head and shoulders as well as exploring various compositional possibilities and color combinations, students will create paintings that are imbued with atmosphere as well as accuracy. Art historical references and demonstrations will solidify the information presented. Students of all levels of ability are welcome to attend.

MARCH

COSTA MESA

Series Building
Wednesday March 10, 17, 20
10am – 2pm
Cost: $165

This class is for advanced painters who are interested in developing a common theme in a series of paintings. Participants may work from photos, the computer, or from imagination. The focus will be on the formulation and execution of painting ideas. Instruction will come in the form of personal coaching and group critiques.