Offering a thorough exploration into the technical application of oils, emphasis will be placed on the use and description of the materials needed for oil painting. Topics covered will include how to lay out various palettes, how to mix values and basic color, the various surfaces available and how to prepare them and an exploration of several techniques. Exercises will be done in class from photographs and casts to help ease the tradition to painting. Great class to take before or along with life classes. Frequent instructor demonstrations and critiques are routine.