Oil Painting
Learn the time-honored tradition of oil painting in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere. Explore color, value, paint application, design and composition in this most forgiving medium. We will also look at the work of other artists for inspiration and techniques in art-making.
All levels are welcome, whether you are just starting out, continuing, or returning to oil paints.
Supply List (Note: Please purchase supplies no sooner than 5 days before class, in case of cancellation due to low enrollment)
Oil Colors-- Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Red Light Alizarin Crimson Ultramarine Blue Thalo Blue Thalo Green Viridian Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Yellow Ochre Titanium White (large tube) Bristle Brushes Flat #8, Filbert #6, Round #2 Small container of Gamsol or other Odorless Mineral Spirits Container with lid for solvent Palette Knife with offset handle Palette -Masterson 12" x 16" with lid and paper liners Stretched Canvases--1 to 2 per class
John Caron
Instructor
John received a Fine Arts degree in painting from Indiana University and also studied at the Minneapolis College of Art & Design and the University of Minnesota Split Rock Arts Program. He has painted in England, Scotland, Mexico and Canada as well as the United States, with many trips to the North Shore of Lake Superior. Represented by Frameworks Gallery in St. Paul, John has also created cover art for two books by a local author.John Caron has lived in Hopkins for more than 25 years. He has been a member of Hopkins Center for the Arts since its inception and served many years on its Visual Arts Advisory Committee. These paintings were created by students in his Oil Painting class and were on display at the ArtHop exhibit at Hopkins Center for the Arts, which is an annual exhibit featuring the diverse range of art created by Hopkins Community Education Adult Enrichment students and instructors.
Website: john-caron.com
AF26-1007a
Instructors:
- John Caron
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 29th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Oct 6th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Oct 13th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Oct 20th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Oct 27th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Nov 3rd 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
AF26-1007b
Instructors:
- John Caron
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 10th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Nov 17th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Nov 24th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Dec 1st 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Dec 8th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
| Tue, Dec 15th 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Hopkins Center for the Arts |
