MEDIUM MASTERY: Introduction to Oil Painting with Portia Williams, Part 2, Sept 12, 2026
MEDIUM MASTERY: Introduction to Oil Painting with Portia Williams, Part 2 Continue Your Oil Painting Journey Take your next step in oil painting as you continue developing the skills and confidence introduced in Introduction to Oil Painting – Part 1. In this hands-on workshop, instructor Portia Williams will guide students through painting a landscape while exploring the unique properties of oil paint and how to use them to create rich color, smooth blending, and expressive brushwork. Students will spend more time painting as they build confidence with techniques used by oil painters every day. Topics may include: Understanding the working properties of oil paint Color mixing and creating harmonious palettes Building form with light and shadow Layering paint and developing depth Brush handling and paint application Edges, texture, and expressive brushwork Developing a painting from start to finish Whether you completed Part 1 or already have some basic experience with oils, this workshop provides additional guided practice to strengthen your skills while creating a finished painting. All supplies are included. Workshop Details Instructor: Portia Williams Date: September 12, 2026 Time: 2:00–4:00 PM Cost: $25 per person Perfect For Students who attended Introduction to Oil Painting – Part 1 Beginning oil painters Acrylic or watercolor artists interested in exploring oils Anyone wanting more guided painting time and confidence with the medium Instructor Portia Williams Portia Williams is an accomplished oil painter and instructor who enjoys helping artists build confidence through hands-on learning. Her welcoming teaching style makes oil painting approachable for beginners while providing practical techniques that help artists continue growing their skills. Part of the Medium Mastery Series This workshop is part of the Alabama Art Academy: Medium Mastery series at Alabama Art Supply. Medium Mastery workshops explore the unique characteristics of different artistic media, helping students build confidence, develop practical skills, and discover new ways to express their creativity through hands-on instruction.