Learn the basics of how to work with oil paint while gaining the technical skills to render the challenging, yet infinitely rewarding subject of the human figure Course DescriptionExplore anatomy and the underlying structures of the figure. Learn color relationships via color temperature zones, planar modeling and study artists who have mastered figure painting. The first half of the course examines elements of masterworks and strives to recreate them with a focus on specific elements of the original. Studying these fundamental principles paves the way for the second half of the course where students work from direct observation of live models in a relaxed and supportive environment. Develop the elemental skills of figure painting with the goals of both accuracy and individual expression. Altogether, this approach provides an excellent starting point to further figure painting exploration. / Materials fee of $74 is included in course tuition.Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.Course meeting detailsThis course meets in person on MCAD's campus. PrerequisitesBeginning Painting or equivalent experience.Required materialsSuppliespen or pencilnotebook or sketchbooktwo sheets of 22 x 30" Arches cover white paperone drawing board, preferably 24 x 36”one 32 oz. container of acrylic gessogesso brusha roll of white artist's tapeone 32 oz. container of Gamsol odorless mineral spirits12 x 16" pad of disposable palette papercloth ragstwo metal palette knives in varying shapes and sizesa selection of natural bristle brushes ranging from #6-#14 (mid-range in price brushes are best)oil paint, large tubes, (recommended: Gamblin 1980 oil paint):titanium whiteyellow ochreultramarine bluecadmium redalizarin crimsonphthalo greencobalt bluecadmium yellow lightStudents should expect to spend approximately $200 on supplies in addition to course tuition.What to wearClothes appropriate for messy creativity. An apron or smock may come in handy. Class savingsRegister on or before August 11 and save $25.Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).Additional savings. Are you eligible? QuestionsContact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $569.00 Tuition Type Non-credit TuitionOne Credit Tuition Not Yet Open for Registration Registration opens July 28. Date: Tue, Sep 16, 2025 - Tue, Nov 18, 2025 Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Tuesday Ages: Open to students ages 18 and above. Term: Fall 2025 Instructor: Sarah Wieben Location: In Person SKU: 2D 9339 01 FA25 Prerequisites: Beginning Painting or equivalent experience.