Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor If you have never picked up a paintbrush before, this online course will give you the technical skills and knowledge to help fast track your painting process and produce stunning works of art of your own. All in the comfort of your own home! The Course has been designed by Marcel Desbiens and has been developed specially for an online audience. You have the choice of...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to see Marcel demonstrating his water painting techniques as he paints a seascape in oil colours. This 2-hour demo will be very instructive as you will see in real-time the build-up of colours as well as Marcel's proven techniques to create a realistic water scene. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to...
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Add colour to your morning or afternoon with this unique learn to paint in oil colour session, for which we supply all the materials and instruction you need to create an oil painting in 3.5 hours! This casual, relaxed class is perfect for absolute beginners, as no prior painting experience is needed. During the session, you’ll have the opportunity to experiment with oil colours in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while creating your own unique artwork to take home with you. We...
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Do you have any unfinished paintings? Enhance your painting with Marcel Desbiens' signature glazing technique. This has been used for centuries to enhance the visual effects of painting. It is also a great way to refine the final visual aspect of the artwork. The principal advantage of glazing is the ability to adjust and improve gradually the most important elements of a painting: tones, colours, texture and details. This workshop is about understanding and applying this technique...
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Learn to paint the frozen moment of a rolling cloud. Capture the transparency, colour, energy and texture of the cloud by using the right brush strokes and variation in colour dilution. In this one day workshop you will learn a quick and easy way to paint realistic representations of clouds in motion. Marcel’s expertise and easy to learn techniques, developed over years of experimentation and research, will enable you to achieve instant results. What will I learn? Through...
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About this class Join in this vibrant art experience as you are taken through the basic skills and techniques used in Alcohol Ink painting while you enjoy beverages of your choosing! What will I learn? You will have a fun, colourful night of Alcohol Ink play, as you experiment with different tools and techniques and discover the magic of Alcohol Inks! Alcohol ink art is incredibly fun and vibrant as well as absolutely spontaneous in movement. You will create happy, free-flowing...
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Due to Bronwyn Searle’s booked out Painting Practice classes this term, we are thrilled to release a new one this term with Master Artist Marcel Desbiens! Do you find it hard to devote time to your painting practice? Do you get stuck with a painting and don’t know where to take it next? Do you have technical questions about your painting? Are you looking for a group of likeminded artists to paint with? The Painting Practice course provides: • uninterrupted time to focus on your own...
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Learn to paint the frozen moment of a rolling wave from a big surf. Capture the transparency, colour, energy and texture of the spray and the splashing of water by using the right brush strokes and variation in colour dilution. In this one day workshop you will learn a quick and easy way to paint realistic representations of waves in motion. Marcel’s expertise and easy to learn techniques, developed over years of experimentation and research, will enable you to achieve instant...
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Learn to paint the frozen moment of a small rolling wave on the beach. Capture the transparency, colour and texture of the water movement by using the right brush strokes and variation between translucence of colours and opacity of the white. In this one day workshop you will learn a quick and easy way to paint realistic representations of water – both still, and in motion. Marcel’s expertise and easy to learn techniques, developed over years of experimentation and research, will...
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This is a 2-day workshop About this class Enjoy painting a pastoral landscape over two days with oil colours and immerse yourself in the beautiful atmospheric perspective from the back misty bluish mountains to the peaceful reflection of the sky in the small dam laying on the foreground. What will I learn? You will learn how to create a realistic landscape in 2 sessions using Marcel’s signature glazing techniques. Save yourself hours of experimentation and research by following...
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What is an online consultation for? Do you get stuck with a painting and don’t know where to take it next? Do you have technical questions about your painting? Are you seeking knowledge for all things to do with oil painting? Do you need motivation? Are you looking for a critique of your paintings? What will I learn? Everything you need to know to complete your own painting project. Who is this consultation suitable for? Those who have completed Foundation in Oils and ‘Gain...
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Learn the step by step process of painting the shallow water wave. Capture the transparency, colour, energy and texture of the spray and the splashing of water by using the right brush strokes and variation in colour dilution. In this one day workshop you will learn a quick and easy way to paint realistic representations of waves in motion. Marcel’s expertise and easy to learn techniques, developed over years of experimentation and research, will enable you to achieve instant...
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About this class Over the course of a full day painting session, Master Artist Marcel Desbiens will show you how to achieve realistic texture in your landscapes in his Sunshine Coast Studio. 19 Caloundra Street, Landsborough. What will I learn? You will learn how to paint a realistic landscape, including Marcel's tried and tested techniques of painting on and wiping off colour, as well as learning how to apply different textural effects across the painting which results in a...
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Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor If you have never picked up a paintbrush before, this online course will give you an introduction to the technical skills and knowledge to help fast-track your painting process and produce stunning works of art of your own. All in the comfort of your own home! This Introduction to Oils Course has been designed by Marcel Desbiens and has been developed specially for an...
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"Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor If you have never picked up a paintbrush before, this course will give you the technical skills and knowledge to help fast-track your painting process and produce stunning works of art of your own. All in a friendly and supportive environment. This Weekend Workshop has been designed by Marcel Desbiens and has been developed specifically for the weekend timeframe. This...
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Painting skin tones has been very important in traditional painting. There have been many variations on techniques developed by artist trying to achieve a realistic impression as well as economy of time and labour. What will I learn? Learn how to paint skin tones with a Chiaroscuro effect. This technique can be used for painting portraits, nudes and general composition of the human body. Marcel will guide you with a step-by-step demonstration, followed by a “hands on” painting...
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Painting skin tones has been very important in traditional painting. There have been many variations on techniques developed by artist trying to achieve a realistic impression as well as economy of time and labour. What will I learn? Learn how to paint skin tones with a Chiaroscuro effect. This technique can be used for painting portraits, nudes and general composition of the human body. Marcel will guide you with a step-by-step demonstration, followed by a “hands on” painting...
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