An Introduction to Portrait Painting in Oils

A one-day workshop with Cordell Garfield based on a step-by-step process to create a portrait from a photographic reference.
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An Introduction to Portrait Painting in Oils

Saturday 3 October 2026

10am-4pm

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

£65 per person (+ Eventbrite booking fee)

A one-day workshop with Cordell Garfield based on a step-by-step process to create a portrait from a photographic reference. The process will cover using oil paints, the typical proportions of the face, measuring and mapping out key features from the photograph and the use of line, tone, and value to create the portrait.

Cordell is an experienced painter who will also provide supporting handouts as part of the workshop to explain and demystify the technical terms and techniques involved. At the end of the workshop you will have created a portrait that you will be able to take away with you.

Price includes all equipment and materials as well as teas and coffees. Please bring a packed lunch or lunch is available to purchase from the museum café.

Price includes all materials

Over 18s only

Tickets are also available to purchase in person or over the phone in addition to those tickets for sale on Eventbrite. I f there is no availability on Eventbrite do try calling our booking line 01604 838111 or 526322 Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12 - 5pm.