Workshop: Portraits of Men in Oil

Portraits of Men in Oil
with Ric Della Bernarda

April 18th & 19th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm  $200.00 registration fee + $10 model fee paid to instructor during first class

This two-day workshop explores Ric’s classically trained yet contemporary alla prima approach to portrait painting. On the first day, students will work through small study exercises, building a foundation in portrait technique. On the second day, the class will progress to a long pose from a live model, with Ric providing demonstrations and detailed explanations throughout. Students will gain confidence and strengthen their skills in painting the head and portrait.

About Ric
After studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, Ric worked early in his career as a fashion illustrator for various department stores and as a freelance illustrator. After working in a corporate environment for 30 years Ric's true love of painting finally blossomed at his home in Ogunquit Maine and Palm Springs California where he resides. Ric continues to develop his craft through various workshops including studying at the Florence Academy of Art, Florence Italy. Ric was the Artist in Residence at Cliff House Maine for over 4 years where he had a working studio in the resort and taught both plein air oil painting and acrylic classes for guests.