"The Alla Prima Still Life in Oils (or Acrylics)" with Todd Casey (September 2026)
THE ALLA PRIMA STILL LIFE IN OILS (OR ACRYLICS)
with Guest Instructor Todd Casey
WHEN:
3 FULL-DAYS
with Guest Instructor Todd Casey
WHEN:
3 FULL-DAYS
Friday to Sunday (9am to 4pm)
September 18, 19, 20, 2026
September 18, 19, 20, 2026
WHERE:
Art League Academy
(106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC)
Art League Academy
(106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC)
In this workshop, students will work in the Alla Prima method to paint three still-life paintings, one each day. Alla prima translates to “in the first” and is a wet-into-wet painting technique. Students are encouraged to bring their own props to create meaningful paintings. Each morning, the instructor will do a demonstration, and in the afternoon, students will work on their paintings and receive individual critiques. An emphasis on mark making, painting loosely, expressive color, and making a picture will be discussed. All levels are welcome.
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED SO REGISTER SOON. Participants supply their own art supplies and equipment. A suggested supply list can be found below.
SKILL LEVEL:
This workshop was designed for beginner to to advanced students in both oil and acrylic.
NOTE:
All sales are final, No Exceptions. Credits, Refunds and/or Transfers will not be given for classes you withdrawal from.
In a circumstance where Art League of Hilton Head cancels an offering, a Full refund will be given.
This workshop was designed for beginner to to advanced students in both oil and acrylic.
NOTE:
All sales are final, No Exceptions. Credits, Refunds and/or Transfers will not be given for classes you withdrawal from.
In a circumstance where Art League of Hilton Head cancels an offering, a Full refund will be given.
| Materials Included: | No materials are included in this class. A list of materials you should bring with you is provided below. |
| Requirements: |
Download a Printable Supply List SUPPLIES LIST: The materials in this list are suggested materials based on the materials that the instructor uses when painting. You do not have to buy all of these. If you already have a set of oil colors, please come to the workshop with what you have. SURFACES TO PAINT ON: 2 - Canvas or Panels (around 6x8) 2 sheets or panels (around 11x14 to 12x16) prepped for oil painting. (Please apply a tone to your canvas so you are not painting on a white ground) BRUSHES: Different sizes, preferably synthetics and a few bristles sizes 2 through 8. I have a brush set I specifically recommend for my workshop at Trekell.com OIL PAINTS COLORS: Mostly Gamblin and Michael Harding Paints Titanium White (PW6) Lead White (PW1) (optional) Cadmium Lemon or Cadmium Yellow Light (PY35) Yellow Ochre (PY43) Burnt Umber (PBr7 o rpBr6) Cadmium Red Light (PR108) Permanent Alizarin (PR177) Ultramarine Blue (PB29) Ivory Black (PBk9) Viridian (PG18) I recommend this beginner set if you have no paints from Jerry's DRAWING MATERIALS: Medium vines charcoal Kneaded Eraser ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES: Gamsol Metal Cups or small jar for medium Palette Knife Palette Rags or Paper Towel Patience |
| Instructor: | Todd Casey |
| Instructor Bio: |  Todd M. Casey is an internationally acclaimed artist, award-winning author, and respected instructor whose work blends classical realism with a contemporary, introspective voice. Born and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts, Casey creates paintings rich with narrative depth, masterful composition, and a striking command of color and light. He is the author of the bestselling books The Art of Still Life and The Oil Painter’s Color Handbook, published by Monacelli/Phaidon, and continues to contribute writing to The Artist’s Magazine and International Artist Magazine. In addition to his studio practice and ongoing book projects, Casey teaches at the Lyme Academy of Fine Art and offers private online instruction, sharing his deep knowledge of value, color theory, and still-life painting. His work has earned numerous national awards, and his paintings are celebrated for their ability to transform everyday objects into evocative visual stories. |
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