Oil Painting for Beginners

Instructed by Sylvia Strobel 

Thursday, February the 5th - Thursday, February the 19th

Fee: $145 per person 

Course Limited to 8 Participants 

Located at VVAC

Back by popular demand, since this course is designed for anyone who has never painted before! In this course participants will experience the unique medium of oil painting, with an emphasis on the balance between material, light, and subject. Participants will learn about different types of oil paints, brushes, mediums, and surfaces. As well as how to mix colors and create various effects. 

During this three-week intensive class, students will leave the class with a painting suitable for framing. The subject matter for this class will be a still life. For our still life model, we are respectfully appreciating and featuring Puebloan pottery from the Verde Valley Archaeology Center and Museum’s repository. 

Sylvia is a retired high school science and art teacher, retiring from The Orme School in May 2025 when the historic Arizona ranch school closed. Sylvia draws much of her inspiration for her paintings from the rich ancient Puebloan history of our four corners area. Sylvia often uses unique pieces of wood as her canvas for many of her paintings. Much of her recent work showcases the beautiful landscape, historic buildings, and ancient Puebloan pottery found on-site at Orme. Sylvia's work has been accepted at Yavapai College for their juried exhibitions and she has also exhibited her art in Sedona and Cortez galleries. Sylvia has lived in the Verde Valley for 25 years. She is a lifelong horse owner and shares her studio and home with her husband, greyhound, and horses. 

Course Schedule 

Thursday, February the 5th: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Thursday, February the 12th: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Thursday, February the 19th: 9:00am - 1:00pm

The fee covers all materials that will be supplied for each participant in the class. Please note, a snack break will take place at each class. Please wear clothes that you do not mind getting paint splattered or bring a smock or old shirt to wear. Should you have specific questions, please email the Instructor, Sylvia Strobel: sstrobel585@gmail.com 

Advance registration is required. This course is available to members and non-members.