Painting the Alla Prima Still Life: In Person Class

Painting the Alla Prima Still Life: In-Person

Robert Armetta | Fall II | Friday: Oct 31 - Dec 12

Class Description:

Learn to paint bold, quick, broad strokes paintings using the all prima technique.

The focus of this class is on capturing the essential color, form, and nuances of light in our subjects and learn to eschew unnecessary detail by focusing on the essence of what we see. We will discuss simple, practical principles and tips for composing our paintings with confidence. Students will produce one small painting each class, with guidance from start to finish. The instructor will tailor his instruction to each individual student, so all levels are welcome - beginner to advanced.

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Fall II Session Dates:

Scheduled occurrences for the next semester of this class are as follows:

Week	Date	Time
Week 1:	10/31/2025	6 - 9 pm ET
Week 2:	11/07/2025	6 - 9 pm ET
Week 3:	11/14/2025	6 - 9 pm ET
Week 4:	11/21/2025	6 - 9 pm ET
Week 5:	12/05/2025	6 - 9 pm ET
Week 6:	12/12/2025	6 - 9 pm ET

Meet Your Instructor

Robert Armetta

Instructor

Robert Armetta has studied classical art extensively in the U.S. and in Europe. He holds an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, and he is the recipient of many awards and distinctions, including two international awards for portrait painting from the Portrait Society of America and the Annual Award for Excellence in Art Education from the Lyme Academy College of Art. His work is featured in many books and magazines on contemporary art. He has also exhibited in museums, colleges, and art galleries across the United States. He is the founder and former Director of The Long Island Academy of Fine Art, and he currently teaches at the New York Academy of Art, in Manhattan.