Lillian Art Studio.
Oil Painting
Oil Painting Course
For Beginners
Any age from 15-95 years old
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Each Class: 3 hours
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4 sessions $260
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Tuesdays, 5 pm- 8 pm
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West Vancouver, 11th Street
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Supplies included
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Host with tea and biscuits
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You will take your finished painting home
Register for August Course
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Tuesday August 05
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Tuesday August 12
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Tuesday August 19
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Tuesday August 26 ​
Whether you're completely new to painting or want to reconnect with this powerful medium, this class will guide you through oil painting's possibilities with clear instruction and hands-on support.
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Join us to unlock the potential of oil — a medium with endless creative opportunities and timeless charm.
Discover the Magic of a Timeless Medium
Step into the world of oil painting — a centuries-proven medium rich with depth, color, and expression. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for anyone eager to explore the forgotten techniques and enduring beauty of traditional oil painting.​
What you will learn:
In this course, you'll:
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Learn the fundamentals of working with oil paint, including pigments, mediums, brushes and surfaces.
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Explore the technology and chemistry behind oil painting for smarter, safer practice.
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Discover historical insights and time-tested methods used by the Old Masters
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Practice essential techniques through structured and accessible exercises.
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Develop your skills by completing a final still life painting in the monochromatic (grisaille) technique, applying everything you’ve learned
Instructor: Elena Senatorova
Elena Senatorova :
Throughout her life, Elena has had the opportunity to reside in various parts of the globe.
Although she was born in Moscow, USSR, she spent her childhood in Beijing, China, and
eventually settled in West Vancouver in 2002.
Artist Statement
Through my work, I aim to celebrate the subtle and the ephemeral. Each painting is an invitation
to pause and connect—to see the extraordinary within the ordinary. By emphasizing light,
movement, and presence, I hope to offer viewers a moment of reflection and renewed
appreciation for the world around them.
Education:
Angels Academy of Art in Florence
Repin Academy of Art in St. Petersburg
Numerous workshops and mentorship programs with respected Canadian & American Artists
Art Instructor
Art Instructor for Oil Painting Classes at Squamish Arts & North Van Arts.
Guest speaker at the Professional Development Series for North Van Arts.
Media Publications:
Squamish Chief - North Shore News Sep 6, 2023
https://www.squamishchief.com/opinion/opinion-masterful-sunlit-impression-takes-centre-stage-
in-squamish-gallery
Collections:
Canada, USA, Russia, Europe, China
More about Elena Senatorova:
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