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(4-Day Course)Dutch Flower Oil Painting Masterclass
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Dutch Flower Oil Painting Masterclass
Learn 17th-Century Dutch Still Life Techniques in Central London
Learn 17th-Century Dutch Still Life Techniques in Central London
Have you ever been captivated by the breathtaking realism of 17th-century Dutch flower paintings? In this immersive Dutch Flower Oil Painting Masterclass, you'll learn how Old Masters like Ambrosius Bosschaert, Jan van Huysum, and Paulus Theodorus van Brussel achieved their luminous and layered still life paintings. Over four inspiring days, this intensive studio course will take you step by step through the Flemish indirect method—a multi-layered oil painting technique combining precise drawing, tonal underpainting, and rich glazing.
Perfect for artists of all levels, this hands-on workshop in London will explore botanical painting, realism in oil painting, and the symbolic language of Dutch still lifes.
Study with World-Class Art Tutors
Learn from some of the finest artists and educators working today. Our team of expert tutors includes award-winning artists and graduates from internationally renowned institutions such as:
Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, Slade School of Fine Art, and the Royal Academy of Arts in London
École des Beaux-Arts in Paris
Athens School of Fine Arts in Greece
Charles H. Cecil Studios in Florence
With professional training across a range of disciplines and media, our tutors bring both classical techniques and contemporary approaches into the studio. Their ongoing research and innovation ensure that our students are always engaged with fresh, challenging, and inspiring ways to create art—making Sunny Art Centre one of the most respected art institutions in London.
What you will Learn
The Flemish indirect painting technique: draw, underpaint, glaze
Realistic flower painting: structure, light, and colour harmony
Painting from life: using floral arrangements and still life objects
How to render translucent petals, glowing highlights, and depth
The symbolism of Dutch Golden Age still life compositions
You will gain essential Old Master painting skills, including:
Light theory and how to control value and contrast
Colour theory and glazing to achieve vibrancy and realism
Understanding edges and form for a polished, lifelike finish
Course Structure (4 Consecutive Days)
Day 1 & 2: 10 am–5 pm – Full-day guided tuition with your tutor
Day 3:
Morning (10 am–1 pm): Taught session
Afternoon (2 pm–5 pm): Self-directed studio practice
Day 4:
Morning (10 am–1 pm): Self-directed studio practice
Central London location in the heart of Covent Garden
Small group sizes or private one-to-one tuition
Taught by experienced professional oil painters
Includes studio manuals, reference materials, and step-by-step guides
Ideal for art portfolio development, lifelong learners, or Old Master technique enthusiasts
Certification
This masterclass is a certified course. Upon completing the full 4-day programme, participants will receive an official Certificate of Completion from Sunny Art Centre.
The certificate recognises your achievement in mastering traditional Old Master painting techniques and serves as a valuable addition to your art portfolio or professional development.
Suitable For:
Beginners to advanced artists
Teenagers and adults
Anyone interested in Old Master painting, botanical art, fine art techniques
Artists building a fine art portfolio
Art lovers seeking an immersive, historical art experience
About Sunny Art Centre
As a leader in art education, Sunny Art Centre has become a preferred destination for studying fine art in London. Our Centre is renowned for its high-quality tuition, classical foundations, and innovative teaching practices.
We’ve proudly delivered workshops and bespoke art courses for prestigious institutions such as the National Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, Southbank Centre, BBC, ITV, and more.
Our dedicated team of tutors continually brings in cutting-edge methods and techniques—helping students of all backgrounds develop their artistic skills while reinforcing the Centre’s reputation as one of London’s top art schools.
Learn 17th-Century Dutch Still Life Techniques in Central London
Have you ever been captivated by the breathtaking realism of 17th-century Dutch flower paintings? In this immersive Dutch Flower Oil Painting Masterclass, you'll learn how Old Masters like Ambrosius Bosschaert, Jan van Huysum, and Paulus Theodorus van Brussel achieved their luminous and layered still life paintings. Over four inspiring days, this intensive studio course will take you step by step through the Flemish indirect method—a multi-layered oil painting technique combining precise drawing, tonal underpainting, and rich glazing.
Perfect for artists of all levels, this hands-on workshop in London will explore botanical painting, realism in oil painting, and the symbolic language of Dutch still lifes.
Study with World-Class Art Tutors
Learn from some of the finest artists and educators working today. Our team of expert tutors includes award-winning artists and graduates from internationally renowned institutions such as:
Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, Slade School of Fine Art, and the Royal Academy of Arts in London
École des Beaux-Arts in Paris
Athens School of Fine Arts in Greece
Charles H. Cecil Studios in Florence
With professional training across a range of disciplines and media, our tutors bring both classical techniques and contemporary approaches into the studio. Their ongoing research and innovation ensure that our students are always engaged with fresh, challenging, and inspiring ways to create art—making Sunny Art Centre one of the most respected art institutions in London.
What you will Learn
The Flemish indirect painting technique: draw, underpaint, glaze
Realistic flower painting: structure, light, and colour harmony
Painting from life: using floral arrangements and still life objects
How to render translucent petals, glowing highlights, and depth
The symbolism of Dutch Golden Age still life compositions
You will gain essential Old Master painting skills, including:
Light theory and how to control value and contrast
Colour theory and glazing to achieve vibrancy and realism
Understanding edges and form for a polished, lifelike finish
Course Structure (4 Consecutive Days)
Day 1 & 2: 10 am–5 pm – Full-day guided tuition with your tutor
Day 3:
Morning (10 am–1 pm): Taught session
Afternoon (2 pm–5 pm): Self-directed studio practice
Day 4:
Morning (10 am–1 pm): Self-directed studio practice
Central London location in the heart of Covent Garden
Small group sizes or private one-to-one tuition
Taught by experienced professional oil painters
Includes studio manuals, reference materials, and step-by-step guides
Ideal for art portfolio development, lifelong learners, or Old Master technique enthusiasts
Certification
This masterclass is a certified course. Upon completing the full 4-day programme, participants will receive an official Certificate of Completion from Sunny Art Centre.
The certificate recognises your achievement in mastering traditional Old Master painting techniques and serves as a valuable addition to your art portfolio or professional development.
Suitable For:
Beginners to advanced artists
Teenagers and adults
Anyone interested in Old Master painting, botanical art, fine art techniques
Artists building a fine art portfolio
Art lovers seeking an immersive, historical art experience
About Sunny Art Centre
As a leader in art education, Sunny Art Centre has become a preferred destination for studying fine art in London. Our Centre is renowned for its high-quality tuition, classical foundations, and innovative teaching practices.
We’ve proudly delivered workshops and bespoke art courses for prestigious institutions such as the National Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, Southbank Centre, BBC, ITV, and more.
Our dedicated team of tutors continually brings in cutting-edge methods and techniques—helping students of all backgrounds develop their artistic skills while reinforcing the Centre’s reputation as one of London’s top art schools.
Our 4-day workshop is available as both Private 1-to-1 Tuition and Group Tuition.
For Group Tuition, you will need to pre-arrange your group before booking. We can accommodate groups of up to 10 participants.
The workshop is offered year-round, and you can choose any 4 consecutive days (Monday to Sunday) as your preferred schedule. All sessions are held onsite at our Covent Garden studio in central London.
Workshop Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
KEY DETAILS
We will need at least 2 weeks' notice before your start date to ensure availability.
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ADVANTAGES
Why Join Our Dutch Flower Oil Painting Masterclass in London?
Learn Dutch Old Master Painting Techniques
Discover the secrets behind 17th-century Dutch flower painting by mastering the Flemish indirect method—the same multi-layer oil painting technique used by artists like Ambrosius Bosschaert and Jan van Huysum. Perfect for those interested in realism in painting, historical art techniques, and classical oil painting methods.
Study with Leading Art Tutors in London
Receive expert instruction from professional oil painters trained at top art schools, including the Royal Academy of Arts, Slade School of Fine Art, and École des Beaux-Arts. Our tutors bring extensive experience in both traditional and contemporary fine art education.
Paint Realistic Flowers from Life
Develop your skills in botanical art and realistic oil painting using fresh flower arrangements. You’ll learn how to paint translucent petals, luminous highlights, and depth—essential skills for artists seeking to create professional-quality still life oil paintings.
Immersive 4-Day Art Workshop in Central London
Held in our Covent Garden art studio, this intensive art course in London offers both group and private tuition options. The structured format includes demonstrations, studio practice, and one-to-one feedback—ideal for fast artistic progress.
Suitable for Beginners to Advanced Artists
Whether you're just starting or already experienced, this masterclass is designed to help you build or refine your oil painting skills. It’s ideal for art portfolio preparation, lifelong learning, and anyone with a passion for Old Master painting.
Receive a Certificate of Completion
Upon finishing the course, you’ll receive an official art course certificate from Sunny Art Centre—an excellent addition to any creative CV or fine art portfolio. It validates your achievement in mastering traditional Dutch still life painting techniques.
OUR ART TUTORS
Our tutors have exceptional skills and unparalleled experience when it comes to advising students for their portfolios. they honed their valuable skills and trained at some of the most prestigious institutions in the world, including the Royal College of Art and the Royal Academy of Arts, the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Central Saint Martins College of Art, Chelsea College of Art, Bartlett School of Architecture, and Goldsmith College of Art in London, the Athens Academy in Greece and the Florence Academy of Art. They exhibit their work in the UK as well as internationally, and have appeared in various publications and programs, including those of the BBC. These qualities guarantee the high success rate our students achieve in entering the programmes of their choice.
The extraordinary efforts of the art tutors ensure that the organisation can continuously deliver bespoke cutting-edge art tuition for students both on-site at our London art studio, Sunny Art Centre or remotely online.
CONTACT US
ADDRESS: Sunny Art Centre
Covent Garden
Kemble St
London
WC2B 4AW
OPENING HOURS: Mon - Fri: 10:00- 18:00 Sat: 9:00-16:00 Sun: Close to the Public
TUBE
Covent Garden: Picadilly Line
Holborn: Central Line/Picadilly Line
BUSES
Aldwych Kingsway ( Stop F ) Buses: 1,68,91,168,188,N1,N68,N91,N171,SL6
CAR PARKS
Lincoln's Inn Fields Car Park (Open 24/7) Urban Parking Shelton Street (Open 24/7) NCP London Covent Garden (Open 24/7) Intelli-Park Covent Garden (Open 24/7)
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