A 12-week introduction to representational oil painting with artist Caroline Brooks, presented at Convention House, East Street Arts, Leeds.

Caroline Brooks presents Learning to See in Colour, a 12-week introduction to representational oil painting at Convention House. Designed for students with some prior drawing experience, the course replaces guesswork with sound methods, beginning with paint handling and monochrome value studies before progressing to full-colour still life.

Participants begin in monochrome, building confidence handling oil paint alongside a secure understanding of value before colour is introduced, then progress through a limited palette into full-colour still life painting. Teaching combines structured demonstrations, practical studio exercises and individual critique, developing a dependable painting process from the initial block in through to final refinements.

The course runs for twelve consecutive Sunday afternoons, 1 to 4pm, from 27 September to 13 December 2026. The founding cohort rate is £165 per month for the inaugural 2026/2027 cohort. For questions, contact Caroline directly at carolinebrooksatelier@gmail.com.

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For questions, please contact Caroline directly at carolinebrooksatelier@gmail.com.