Painting Course: Oils and Acrylics

A short mixed-ability painting course, which will give you a taste of our ongoing 12-week version.


Bristol Folk House
Bristol Folk House
5.0 (20)
Instagram followers 8k followers

4 x 2 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests       £72 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Join this exciting painting course in Bristol where you will learn how to create stunning works of art using oils and acrylics. Over the course of 4 sessions, you will have the opportunity to paint one or two pieces based on a photograph of your choice from the tutor collection.
  • Mix of oils and acrylics
  • Suitable for both newcomers and regular students
  • Varied selection of photographs to choose from
Don't let being a complete beginner deter you from joining us! If you're new to painting, fret not. You'll be guided every step of the way by the talented tutor and surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion for art.
Immerse yourself in a welcoming and supportive environment as you explore different painting techniques and bring your chosen photograph to life on canvas. By the end of the course, you'll leave with not just newfound skills but also your very own masterpiece to proudly display at home.
Discover the joy of creation and unlock your artistic potential in this enriching painting course in Bristol. Let your creativity flourish and take home a piece of art that reflects your unique style and vision.
Knowledge required
Mixed abilities. If you consider yourself a complete beginner, please contact the Folk House.
What to bring
If you want to paint very realistically, use oils rather than acrylics. Otherwise, either is okay. Please bring along:
Student quality oil or acrylic paints in the following colours:
  • Black, Titanium white
  • Lemon yellow, Cadmium yellow deep
  • Cadmium red, alizarin crimson or magenta or purple
  • Phthalo or Winsor blue, Ultramarine blue, Phthalo or Viridian green
  • Raw umber
Brushes: 2 flat hog-hair 7mm and 13 mm wide, 2 pointed round soft synthetic fibre 2mm and 4mm in diameter, small house painting brush 1 inch or 20-25mm
Paper: oil or acrylic sketch pad - A3 or 16 by 12 inch
Palette: We can provide palettes for acrylics, but for oils please bring your own ideally a tear-off palette
Pencil and rubber
Overall or old shirt
For oil painters only: low odour thinners, cheapest at BandQ, NOT turps or white spirit. Please note: Reeves oil paints are NOT recommended - some colours never dry.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

Bristol Folk House, 40a Park St, Bristol BS1 5JG

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Bristol Folk House
Bristol Folk House

5.0 (20)
Instagram followers 8k followers

The Bristol Folk House is an adult education centre providing a variety of part-time day and evening courses and workshops for over 18's. The Folk House provides a welcoming environment in which to explore your creativity and learn new skills.
We provide courses and workshops that engage the local community. The cafe provides fantastic organic food and a space to get together before and after classes. It is also open to the public and is the perfect place for those seeking a relaxed and friendly place in Bristol city centre. Live music and festivals happen throughout the year, as well as markets, events and exhibitions.
The Bristol Folk House is part of a charity and we receive no funding from the government, the city council or any other institution and our income is wholly derived from course fees, venue hire, members and fundraising events.
The centre began in the 1870's with the aim of supporting access to education in the community. The first programme of activities was produced for the academic year in 1920-1921.
2026-07-03 15:00:00
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