
Relaxed Painting: Portrait Oil and Pastel 2.0
This beginner portraiture course uses dry pastels and oil paints to teach students human proportions, facial structure, and skin tone rendering. It is held at the Hong Kong Arts Centre on Friday evenings, consisting of 8 sessions.
- When
17 Jul 2026 - 4 Sept 2026 19:00 - 21:30
- Location
Hong Kong Arts Centre
Hong Kong Island Wan Chai Wan Chai
15/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
- Tickets & pricing
Standard
HKD 2990
Course Overview
"Relaxed Painting: Portrait Oil and Pastel 2.0" is a redesigned introductory course tailored for beginners who wish to master the essential techniques of portraiture. This course guides students from the basics to more advanced applications, enabling them to comfortably utilize both dry pastels and oil paints to capture the unique expressions of people of all ages.
Highlights
- Comprehensive Instruction: Learn everything from facial proportions and skeletal structure to capturing accurate contours and realistic skin tones.
- Mixed Media Mastery: Develop skills in both dry pastel layering and the textured application of oil paints.
- In-depth Practice: Sessions utilize portrait photography and famous artworks as references, with selected classes featuring live models to enhance observational skills.
- Artistic Appreciation: Gain a deeper understanding of portraiture through the analysis of both classical and contemporary masterpieces.
Course Details
- Level: Beginner
- Age Requirement: 16+
- Medium of Instruction: Cantonese (supplemented with English)
- Requirement: Students are required to bring their own cotton cloth and kitchen paper.
Ticketing & Discounts
The course fee is HKD 2,990 (inclusive of a HKD 300 material and model fee). Various discounts, ranging from 80% to 95% of the standard price, are available for members of the Hong Kong Arts Centre, senior citizens, and eligible alumni or student groups.
Enquiries
For further information, please contact the organiser via email at shortcourses@hkac.org.hk or by phone at 2582 0283.











