About OilPaint Academy
We make oil painting approachable through clarity and sequence. Every step is observable, testable, and repeatable.
Our curriculum starts with brush control and values, then layers color, edges, and composition. Each module ends with a piece you can evaluate and improve.
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Mission
Enable consistent, confident oil painting practice with a minimalist, accessible learning experience that respects your time and focus.
Story
OilPaint Academy began as a small studio log of experiments documenting what actually moves a painter forward. Over time, patterns emerged: short, deliberate sessions, constraint-based drills, and visual checklists reduced frustration while multiplying results.
Today we translate those findings into a structured, humane path—from first marks to confident compositions—so you can build a reliable practice without the noise.
Methods
- Sequenced skills: brush control → value mapping → color temperature → edges → composition.
- Time-boxed drills (25–40 minutes) with clear outcomes and repeatable criteria.
- Constraint frameworks (limited palette, 3–value thumbnails, edge hierarchies).
- Immediate feedback loops: compare against references and rubric-based checklists.
- Safety-first studio habits: ventilation, solvent handling, and cleanup routines.
Values
- Clarity over noise
- Practice over theory alone
- Respect for materials and safety
- Inclusive access and high contrast design
Studio Values Oath
Affirm your commitment to focused practice. When affirmed, we provide a downloadable practice checklist.