Oil Painting Improvers - Spring 2027

Perfect for those with experience of working with oil paint, this course offers the opportunity to experiment with oils and develop your artistic style with Base resident artist Richard Francis Bellin.

What to expect: Richard will guide you through tuition and exercises that will encourage you to experiment and develop your skills working with oils each week. Building on your experience, Richard will help you develop your own artistic style.

Benefit: The benefit of painting classes extends beyond the canvas. In addition to developing or improving artistic skills, exploring art and creativity can be a therapeutic outlet, for your wellbeing, to encourage self expression and reduce stress. It's also a great opportunity to meet likeminded creatives!

Who is your tutor: Richard Francis Bellin studied Illustration BA(hons) at Southampton University in 2009. He found his calling in fine art painting, creating landscapes and seascapes on a commission basis. Richard has recently rediscovered a love for oils, finding inspiration in the great masters. Having previously used handmade paints which were chalky, quick drying and unmalleable, Richard found comfort working in a free flowing medium with unlimited possibilities. Richard is a multidisciplinary artist, teaching a variety of classes from life drawing to oil painting and illustration, to all ages.