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Class Description

Step back in time and follow in the footsteps of Johannes Vermeer in this in-depth, four-part oil painting class. In this real-time tutorial, we explore how Vermeer painted the iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring, giving you a window into the techniques, colours, and brushwork of one of the Old Masters.

This class is more than just a paint-along—it's a guided journey through the creative decisions and artistic methods Vermeer may have used. While we’re not aiming for a perfect replica, you’ll finish the class with a beautiful interpretation of this timeless piece and a wealth of classical painting knowledge.

During the Class You Will Learn:

🎨 How to mix and match Vermeer’s original colour palette using modern paints
🧪 The difference between historical pigments and their modern equivalents
🖌️ How to recreate the soft brushwork Vermeer was known for
🔍 How to understand the layering process and determine the brushstroke order
💡 How to adapt a master’s technique to create your own expressive version
🖼️ and much more...

What You’ll Take Away:

📚 A deeper appreciation of classical painting methods and Old Master techniques
🛠️ Real-time instruction that makes complex painting styles feel achievable
🧠 Insight into the mindset and process behind creating timeless portraiture

Perfect for Dedicated Learners

This class is ideal for intermediate and up artists who are ready to slow down, observe closely, and practice technique with purpose. If you've ever wondered how the masters thought, mixed, and painted, this class will be a revelation.

Join me and bring your own Girl with a Pearl Earring to life—brushstroke by brushstroke!

You Will Need

  • Titanium White, Paynes Grey, Yellow Ochre, French Ultramarine, Raw Umber, Crimson and Cadmium Red
  • 12" x 16" canvas
  • Set of bristle brushes
  • 1cm (0.5") Soft Filbert brush
  • Fineliner brush