Learn a simple 9 step approach to painting modern abstract portraits using oils.

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Abstract Portraiture in Oils.

Abstract Portraiture in Oils.

Online Video Course

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Purchase instructions: After checkout you will be emailed download links to information pack and to your course. Please give 10 mins for the course to activate on your account. To access the course videos please create an account on my website in the top right hand corner (with your original order email address).

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  • 🗸 A nine step by step repeatable method

    🗸 Non traditional simplified approach

    🗸 Modern blending and blocking in techniques

    🗸 How to complete a portrait in one day

    🗸 That oils is a forgiving medium to work with

  • 🗸 Choosing the right reference photo

    🗸 Understanding values

    🗸 Painting abstracted pre-guide lines

    🗸 How to pre mix your paints

    🗸 BONUS: free cheat sheet to use on future portraits

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Online Video Course - At Your Own Pace.

Oil paints are a beautiful forgiving medium to work with. Enabling you to create stunning vibrant portraits. I've designed this method so you can complete a portrait in just one sitting.

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Course information:

  • 18 video lessons (3hrs)
  • Downloadable pack (inc materials list, reference photo, grid method guide & cheat sheet guide with 9 steps to use on any reference you choose).
  • Online and at your own pace.
  • Audio: English (subtitles not currently available)
  • Level: Beginner to advanced
  • Unlimited access.
  • 24/7 support

Course summary:

Section 1

  • Introduction
  • Materials
  • Choosing a reference & values (with exercise).
  • Composition
  • Colour choices
  • Grid method
  • Guide lines
  • Pre mixing paint

Section 2:

  • Nine videos showing the 9 separate stages of the painting, narrated in detail.

Materials you will need:

  • Canvas or board to paint on.
  • Easel
  • Flat brushes 1inch, .5inch & .25inch
  • Blending brushes
  • Oil paints (my colour palette available in course material)
  • White/clean spirit
  • Linseed drying oil or Liquin
  • Pallet (plastic or paper)
  • Masking tape
  • Kitchen roll
  • Rags

Course overview

Dive into the world of oil painting with my online video abstract portrait course.

I’m passionate about painting and have honed this style after years of practice. I want to share this knowledge with you and am confident that by using this simple process, you will quickly be able to create beautiful portraits adding your own style and identity.

Created for aspiring artists of all levels, this course offers an opportunity to explore painting abstract portraits from the comfort of your own home.

Whether you are a beginner looking to learn a new skill or an experienced artist seeking fresh inspiration, this course is designed to ignite your passion for painting.

You have the flexibility to learn at your own pace and tailor to fit your schedule. Each video lesson guides you through the process of creating abstract portraits in oil paints, offering step-by-step instructions and valuable insights in to my process. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the art of abstract portraiture and develop your own unique style along the way.

In this course, I reveal my whole process starting with the materials I use then how to choose a reference image. We will look at composition and colour choices and also do an exercise on understanding values and how to isolate them.

We will then go through how to get the image on to the canvas using the grid method.

I then take you through a real time portrait in detail from start to finish separated into nine stages.

These nine stages can be used as a formula to use when painting future portraits.

Finally a short conclusion talking about what we have learned and how to use this method for future projects.

Included in the course, you will also receive a FREE Cheat Sheet which you can have alongside you to use as a guide when painting portraits.

I’m confident you will find great benefit from this course and most importantly enjoy the journey!

Learn My Method to Creating Stunning Portraits in Oils with This Simple Process.

Discover the beauty and magic of painting in oils with my in-depth step by step process.

The Artist

Matt Murphy (b.Brighton UK 1977) is an emerging self taught artist specialising in both watercolours and oils. He creates unique abstract portraits using a non traditional approach.

With over 20 years experience he has exhibited both locally, in London and featured in art magazines. Carrying out commissions for clients around the world.

He has a real passion for art and wants to share his knowledge and skills so people can start creating art for themselves.

If you want to keep up-to-date with his new pieces of work you can follow his Instagram profile here.

See below what my past students have to say about the course.

It's great to know the course is getting some positive results!

Customer Reviews

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Pedro G
Good course

I enjoy very much
Help me a lot.
Thanks

Glad the course has helped!

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Fernanda OConnell
Portraiture Course

Hey Matt, I am so excited to go through the course. However, I haven’t started yet.
Next week. Thank you kindly Fernanda

Thank you for the purchase of the course.
Good luck with any questions let me know!

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jocelyne drouin
Very interesting

It made me rethink the meaning of values and how to think about abstracting the forms.

I'm glad it was useful to you!

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Penny Georgionis
Great course to break out of traditional approach to painting

This course got me to use a different palette than the one I was accustomed to and build the structure of the face in an abstract yet sculptural manner by adjusting the colors of the shading. It also got me to work from light to dark and made me see the construct from a fresh perspective. Highly recommended for beginners but especially for painters looking to break out of a rut!

Thanks so much for your review it means a lot and I'm glad you enjoyed it!

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Vikki H
Oils made easier!

This is a brilliant course really made things easier when using oils.
I always thought oils was a difficult medium to use but it really isn’t.
Thanks Matt!

You are welcome Vikki I'm glad you enjoyed the course!

FAQs

I’m a beginner, will this be suitable for me? Yes, this easy oil portrait painting course is designed to go through everything a beginner needs to know to get started. I'm confident this online workshop will work for you.

Is the course refundable? Yes, I offer a 7-day no-quibble money-back guarantee. For refunds, contact: support@mattmurphyart.co.uk 

Can I do the course at my own pace? Yes, absolutely take as much time as you want in the comfort of your own home in your own free time.

What language is the course in, and are there subtitles in other languages? The audio is in English. At this stage, there are no other language subtitles.

Will the content work on all devices? Yes, you can stream the videos on any device, including your smartphone. 

Can I download the videos? The videos are available to stream only.

Can I repeat this process on other reference photos? Yes, I’ve designed the course so you can follow the nine stages on pretty much any reference photo.

Where do I stream the content? You will create an account after purchasing the course and then stream the content via my website.

How long will I have access to the course? You can enjoy Unlimited lifetime access.

Will the materials needed cost much money to buy? There will be a small outlay for the materials but not too much. If you are a beginer you can start with cheaper oils paints and canvases.

Are the materials easy to get hold of? Yes, all art stores will provide everything you need.

How do I create an account and access the content? When you purchase the course, you will be required to set up an account. After completing the checkout, you will be emailed a link to download the pack and access the course (please wait 10mins for the course to become active in your account). To access content from then on, you log in to my website in the top right-hand corner. Once in your account, you click on the order number to open video content.

Purchase the course now and start creating abstract portraits in oils!