Portrait painting with Dongni Hou
Join us for an exclusive portrait painting workshop with a live model, led by Dongni Hou, a painter renowned for her unique and contemporary approach to portraiture. Over the course of three days, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of portrait painting, learning to capture not only physical likeness but also the essence and emotion of your subject.
All experience levels are welcome.
Tous les niveaux d’expérience sont les bienvenus.
- From March 28 to 30
- 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM & 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- 15h
- Max 8 Participants
- 400
Portrait from live model
Paint your portrait from a live model, alla prima, meaning you will apply your observations directly onto the canvas in a single session.
With Dongni Hou
A painter trained at the prestigious St. Petersburg Academy of Fine Arts and exhibited in France and abroad, she excels in the art of portraiture, capturing the expression and sensitivity of her models with remarkable finesse.
Detailed program
Every day from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM – with model
Day 1: Introduction and Preliminary Sketches
- Meeting Dongni Hou and an introduction to her creative process.
- Analysis of the shapes and proportions of the human face.
- Creating quick sketches.
- Composition techniques and palette choices.
- Small sketches.
Day 2: Portrait Construction
- Transfer of sketches.
- Beginning of the oil portrait.
Day 3: Advanced Techniques
- Working on skin textures, hair, and details of the gaze.
- Study of light and shadow to bring the face to life.
- Exploration of contrasts and chromatic subtleties.
End of the day:
- Final exhibition of the works created and personalized feedback from Dongni Hou.
Materials
Easels will be provided, but painting materials are not included in the offer. We recommend the following minimum required materials:
- Drawing Materials: Pencil, eraser, A4 sketchbook.
- Oil or Acrylic Colors: Ochre, burnt sienna, black, titanium white, cadmium yellow, cadmium red.
- Canvas on stretcher frame: Linen (preferably) or cotton (more affordable), size 8F = 38×48 cm.
- Oil medium : Odorless turpentine or odorless mineral spirits – odorless products are preferred for everyone’s comfort.
- Synthetic hair brushes: Flat brushes (sizes 4, 10, and 20), round brushes (sizes 2 and 4), two large brushes between 5 and 12 cm.
- Palettes.
- Rags or paper towels.
Fee and Participation
FULL WORKSHOP PACKAGE
The workshop fee is €400 for 3 days.
2-DAY PACKAGE
We also offer a two-day package (Saturday and Sunday) for €300 for those who cannot attend on Friday but still wish to paint their portrait while receiving guidance from Dongni Hou.
1-DAY PACKAGE
€160 per day, where you will work more autonomously in your chosen technique, and benefit from personalized advice from Dongni Hou!
PAYMENT
To participate, you can pay:
- By bank transfer, until March 25.
- Payment by check or cash is also accepted on-site upon arrival, but priority will be given to participants who confirm their attendance via bank transfer.
Don’t miss the opportunity to meet a great artist and paint your portrait!
