Expressive Figure Painting in Oils
Join Arthur Gain for this unique two-day alla prima figure painting workshop, where you'll learn and practice techniques for painting the female figure from both a live model and photo references.
5-6 July 2025
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Join this figure painting workshop to improve your painting skills and paint alongside Arthur Gain, creating alla prima figure studies from life.
Together, we will explore and discuss key fundamentals of wet-on-wet painting and expressive sketching techniques in oils, including:
Gesture, pose, and form
How to "crop" the composition for stronger visual impact
Benefits of working from photos and a live model, explored in depth for both approaches
Achieving luminosity in skin tones
How to "suggest" and render fabric using loose brush strokes
Finding the balance between looseness and clarity
Dates: 5-6th of July 2025
Skill level: Any
Recording Access: 12 months
BONUS: Figure reference set for studio practice
Schedule - same for each day (Eastern Time)
10AM - 12:30PM - Warm-ups, painting using photo references, setting the pose with live model
12:30PM - 1:00PM - Lunch break
1:00PM - 3:30PM - Painting from live
Students are welcome to paint along during the event or watch the multi-camera HD recording afterward and practice at their own pace.
BONUS 🎁 Exclusive Figure Reference set for your studio practice
You will learn:
How to start your painting loosely while keeping the composition and structure intact.
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Constructive methods for different poses and how to add gestural qualities to your alla prima paintings using various brushstroke techniques.
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Setting the pose and using fabrics to add interest and variety to your figurative sketches.
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the benefits of working from photos and a live model, explored in depth for both approaches.
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How to mix the skin tones under different lights and how to use premixes efficiently.
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Expressive techniques for starting a painting using big brushes and mediums.
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Full Access
$120$145
Full Access to all live sessions, demos, materials and assignments
Figure reference set
Recordings: 12 months
Access to Alla Prima Academy community
Full Access + Private Critique
$240$265
45 minutes Private Zoom Critique session with Arthur Gain
Figure reference set
Recordings: 12 months
Access to Alla Prima Academy community
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can’t attend live session?
All live sessions are recorded, and students will have access to the recordings the following day. Don’t worry - you won’t miss a thing.
Is this Workshop good for beginners?
It is absolutely great for the beginners and for experienced painters alike. Arthur’s method ensures covering all essential fundamentals while demonstrating and explaining all (including advanced) aspects of painting with oils.
What time and day do live sessions start?
The live sessions take place on July 5th and 6th. Each day follows the same schedule (Eastern Time):
10 AM - 12:30 PM - Warm-ups, painting using photo references, setting the pose with live model
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch break
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM - Painting from live
To keep the session comfortable, short breaks will be included, allowing time for the model to rest and participants to recharge.
What is the difference between Full Access and Full Access + Private Critique?
The Full Access option includes everything you need to participate in the workshop: all live sessions, demos, materials and assignments, a bonus figure reference pack, 12 months of access to the recordings, and access to the Alla Prima Academy community.
The Full Access + Private Critique option includes all of the above plus a 45-minute one-on-one Zoom critique session with Arthur Gain. This private session gives you the opportunity to receive personalized feedback on your work, ask questions, and accelerate your progress with Arthur’s direct guidance. Spots for this option are limited.
What materials do I need to participate in the Workshop?
The list of materials will be published on June 11th.
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, 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