The Alla Prima Challenge with Arthur Gain is an immersive 5-week online workshop designed to enhance your painting skills and build the confidence essential for successful portrait work.
Designed to be beginner-friendly, this course offers benefits for all levels, as Arthur will share his award-winning methods for painting wet-on-wet.
"As a self-taught artist, I know very well the importance of a structural and organized approach in skill development, and years of teaching at Barcelona Academy of Art helped me to systematize and develop my method of direct painting which proved to be efficient regardless of "style", tradition or materials used" -- Arthur Gain
Each week is dedicated to crucial aspects of portrait painting and includes short daily painting exercises, culminating in a full-length paint-along alla prima session (painting from life with a new model each week), where we apply what we've learned.
Daily exercises are designed to give students the flexibility to practice either daily or complete them in a single combined session
Receive personal feedback every week or just watch and do assignments at your own pace
Challenge Timeline
Duration: 5 weeks | From October 7th to November 9th 2024
Schedule:
- Mon-Thu: short 25-minutes lessons are being published daily at 8AM Eastern Time
- Friday: Extra day to finish dailies or perform them as single 2 hours effort
- Saturday: 3 hours Live paint along painting session. begins at 10AM Eastern
Skill level: All skill levels welcome. It's recommended for students to have basic drawing skills.
Feedback: Weekly private 45-minutes Zoom calls with Arthur (Spaces are limited)
Recordings: Everything will be available as recordings to watch and practice for 6 months after challenge is finished.
Student's Reviews
Q&A
Q: Why is it called a CHALLENGE?
A: We are committed to improving our painting skills through short, daily exercises, 25 minutes each, to build our “painting muscles.” Each day is like a step on a ladder, culminating in a full-length 3-hour alla prima demo session on Saturday. Throughout the workshop, each week focuses on exploring five key components of successful painting: Drawing, Value, Color, Edges, and Composition.
Q: How is it different from the Painting Bootcamp?
A: The Challenge is a natural progression from the Bootcamp, placing a stronger emphasis on practice, shortcuts, and alla prima painting techniques. Designed by Arthur to share his award-winning alla prima method, both the Bootcamp and the Challenge complement each other perfectly, while each remains a well-balanced educational experience on its own.
Q: Does this method apply only to portraits?
A: No, this method is universal and can be applied to any subject. While portraits are an excellent way to build confidence and refine skills, the approach is not limited to them. For those seeking an extra challenge, figure painting and more complex references will be included as part of the homework.
Q: What if I don’t have time for daily exercises?
A: No worries! Every Friday is set aside as a homework day, allowing you to complete all four weekly exercises in a single 2-hour session. Alternatively, you can simply watch the exercises to understand the method’s key principles.
Q: How long are the live sessions?
A: Live sessions (every Saturday 10AM Eastern) are 3 hours of painting practice plus some time for Q&A
Q: What happens if I can't attend the live classes?
A: All live events will be recorded and published the next day so you can stay on track.
Q: Can I start the Challenge later and complete it at my own pace?
A: Yes, you can start the Challenge later and work through the recorded sessions at your own pace. Although the Challenge officially runs from October 7th to November 9th, all the materials and live sessions will be available as recordings, which you can access for six months. Additionally, if you’re in the Critique tier, you can schedule your one-on-one sessions with Arthur flexibly, adjusting them to your personal schedule.
Q: Which materials I need to participate in the Challenge?
A: Recommended list of materials including sets created specifically for this workshop is available upon enlisting.
Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions: [email protected]
About Arthur Gain
Arthur Gain, based in Barcelona, Spain, is a self-taught oil painter with a diverse artistic journey. His works have been showcased in esteemed venues worldwide, including the MEAM in Spain, the Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum in the US, and the Museo La Contea Del Caravaggio in Italy.
Arthur is a winner and finalist of numerous international competitions, including the prestigious BoldBrush Award, finalist multiple times in competitions such as BoldBrush, PleinAir Salon, ModPortrait, and ARC Salon.
Nowadays, Arthur focuses on personal projects and commissions for private and corporate clients. Additionally he continues to share his expertise with a broader audience both offline and online, including professional artists seeking to enhance their skills in oil painting and alla prima technique, as well as students at the Barcelona Academy of Art.
Website: arthurgain.com
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