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Course Description

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Building on basic painting skills, this course is designed for the beginner or intermediate painter who would like to develop landscape painting skills. Course topics include fundamental composition development, colour mixing, tonal values, and under-painting, with a focus on individual expression and developing a personal visual vocabulary. Students will be guided through surface techniques including brushwork, texture creation, compositional and conceptual decision-making, and colour choices. Studio work will be supported by tutorials and discussions that explore examples of contemporary landscape painting, content, technique and style.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Strengthen individual observation skills and gain confidence reproducing landscape elements in paint on canvas,
  • Gain the ability to paint landscapes with a variety of techniques,
  • Familiarize with tonal value, colour mixing, and sureness with producing unique colours from a simple palette,
  • Generate unique compositions,
  • Develop an appreciation of contemporary landscape painting practices.

 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Landscape Painting Studio
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 16, 2025 to Aug 26, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $625.00
Instructors
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Online courses are delivered in an asynchronous format through a series of tutorials and related assignments which students may complete at their own pace on our Learning Management System, Canvas. The instructor is available throughout the course time period for questions and discussions.  Learn more about what to expect in a Continuing Studies online course at OCAD U.

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