Truro Arts Company, Truro, UK

Thursday 27 November 2025

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In this workshop, we will look at how to capture likeness from a photo in oils, learning to look objectively at the face, and remove barriers of presumption and foreknowledge.

After an initial introduction to portraiture, I will demonstrate how to lay down basic skin tones and background, keeping the style loose. We will then look at building depth by layering darker tones in shadow areas, and finally highlighting with the lights. During the workshop, we will address how to measure distances and angles to get accurate structure, discuss tone, and techniques on how to refine features to achieve a likeness.

The class is suitable for any level of ability, whether you are a complete beginner, or just looking to hone your technique and improve certain aspects of your discipline.

SHOP & CAFE ADDRESS

Truro Arts Company
26 River St
Truro
Cornwall.
TR1 2SJ

T: 01872 240 567
E: arts@truroartscompany.co.uk

WORKSHOP ADDRESS

The Coach House
Bodrean
Truro
Cornwall.
TR4 9AG