Workshop | Painting The Nude From Life with Nicholas Robinson at the Schoolhouse for Art
ABOUT THE CLASS
“There is nothing in all the world more beautiful or significant of the laws of the universe than the nude human body.” – Robert Henri
Painting the nude has been a staple exercise in learning the language of oil painting for 100’s of years. This workshop will break down the process of describing the form and effect of light on the figure into simple step-by-step principles. We will paint from the model in one pose for the duration of the course, taking shorter breaks allowing for more painting time. Additionally, this course instruction will include use of materials, simple colour theory, mixing and handling of oil paint and basic anatomy.
Nicholas Robinson is an NCAD & Florence Academy of Art graduate.
What Will I Learn On This Course
- Study one of the oldest traditions in art — painting the nude figure in oils, as practiced for centuries.
- Learn to break down the complexity of the human form into clear, step-by-step principles.
- Paint from a live model in a single pose, allowing for deeper observation and more painting time.
- Understand how light interacts with the body to create form, volume, and atmosphere.
- Develop technical skills, including:
- Basic anatomy for artists
- Colour mixing and simplified colour theory
- Handling and application of oil paint
- Choosing and using appropriate materials
- Build confidence in representing the figure, with focused instruction and supportive feedback.
Ideal for artists with some experience, looking to strengthen foundational figure painting skills.