Painting Class: Alla Prima Portrait

Three-week Class:  Wednesdays, May 13, 20 and 27, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM 
Instructor: Diane Rappisi

“Alla prima” translates from the Italian as “at once” – when applied to painting it refers to the creation of a painting in a short session, as opposed to the more traditional layering/glazing approach. In portraiture especially, “alla prima” work implies a quick grasp of gesture, shape, and proportion – these are the keys to capturing the character of an individual portrait subject. Please be prepared to start a new portrait each week. Participants work from the live model using oil,  pastel or charcoal.

Cost per Session: $185 (Members) / $215 (Non-Members)
*plus model fee of $50 payable to the instructor 

Supplies: Please email instructor for course supply list
Size: Minimum of 4 students, maximum of 9
Level: Recommended for Intermediate Level

Contact Email: diane@rappisiart.com / rappisiart.com

 

 


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Painting Class: Alla Prima Portrait
05/13/2026 - 05/27/2026

Painting Class: Alla Prima Portrait

05/13/2026 - 05/27/2026



  • Wed 10:00 AM
  • Wed 10:00 AM
  • Wed 10:00 AM
  • Wed 02:00 PM
  • Wed 02:00 PM
  • Wed 02:00 PM
$185.00/person
$215.00/person