Dog Portraits in Oil for Adults, with Artist Bonnie Siegel

• 2026: MAR 10 & 11

• 2-Day Class

• Tuesday & Wednesday 10 AM - 1 PM

• Space is limited to 6, Registration Required • Adults of all levels, previous drawing & painting skills are beneficial

• $135 GLAF Members

• $150 Non Members

Registration:

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Class Description: Capturing a Dog's Likeness in Oils

Day One: We will cover an overview of materials and a demo on how to draw and block in a value study drawing of a dog portrait from and 8” x 10” photo to an 11” x 14” canvas panel. Each student will draw and block in their dog portrait by the end of the first day onto their canvas.

Day Two: A demo of applying oil paint to lock in, define the details of a dog’s face, show fur, and produce a likeness. Color mixing and brushwork techniques will be applied to their dog portrait. Individual instruction and guidance during this process will be provided. Each student will take-away at the end of the class an oil painting likeness of their cherished pet.

All levels welcome. Drawing skills and previous painting experience are beneficial. No experience in oils is necessary, but some background in any painting medium would be helpful.

Supplies Needed:

If desired, bring an 8” x 10” photo of your dog, or there will be dog photos available to use. All other class supplies will be provided. You may wish to bring an apron, snack and refreshment for the day as well.

Meet The Instructor:

Bonnie started her oil painting career as a portraitist specializing in commissioned animal portraits. Her love of nature helped her move to landscape and Plein Air painting. Her art is in many collections across the country. Bonnie is a member of Oil Painters of America, American Academy of Equine Art, American Impressionist Society, Laguna Plein Air Painters Association, California Art Club and Geneva Lake Arts Foundation. She belongs to several local art leagues and exhibits frequently. View her website featuring a portfolio of her dog portraits at: www.bonniesiegel.com

Cancellations & Refunds:

No refunds will be issued for no shows.
No refunds will be issued for dropping the workshop during the class/session.
Cancellations prior to the first date of class or classes will incur a $10 cancellation fee deducted from the refund.
Class cancellation due to the Instructor or GLAF will receive a full refund.
If class needs to be made up, due to weather, etc., the Instructor will contact you.

Contact:

If you have any questions, you may contact Bonnie Siegel at bonnie.siegel@gmail.com.