Beginning Oil Painting: Floral/ Plant Still-Life Painting
Instructor: Jennifer Franzoni, Traverse City Landscape Artist & Illustrator
Oct 20, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM
$75 (includes a glass of wine from Gilchrist Farm Winery)
** May be held indoors or outdoors - weather depending. Please wear layers that can get stains. I’ll update as we are close to the date.
Explore the beauty of still-life painting in this beginner-friendly oil painting class. Guided by local artist Jennifer Franzoni, students will learn how to use a viewfinder to create strong, visually engaging compositions and watch an artist demonstration before beginning on their individual paintings.
The class will begin with quick sketching ideas (5 min) inspired by plants/ floral arrangements and practicing color mixing. From there, students will transfer their compositions onto a prepared canvas board while learning how to observe negative space and build their paintings step by step. Instruction will cover brushwork, paint handling, and palette mixing, allowing each participant to develop their own unique piece at a comfortable pace. (You are welcome to stay a bit longer while I clean up to keep painting.)
Students may complete one to two paintings during the session, depending on their workflow. All canvas materials are provided—just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
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