LUMINOUS PORTRAITS: IMPASTOS & GLAZES
What is it that gives a masterful oil painting its jewel-like quality, mysterious luster and lasting freshness? The extensive properties of oil paint have enabled the creation of iconic portraits that prove difficult to decipher. In this 5-day workshop, Ramos will walk students through his award-winning portrait method from the ground up.
Working from live model, the artist will demonstrate his unique way of dissecting visual information into a rich and dynamic likeness. Students will have hands-on experience with Ramos' sensitive color palette and particular brush-handling to lay thick impastos and translucent shadows. One-on-one instruction will be given to internalize the principles of light, structure, shape design, tonal abstraction and broken color. Lively class discussions and rigorous focused time on the easel will equip the beginner or advanced student with a newfound arsenal to create luminous professional portraits in a way that only oil painting at its highest level can achieve.
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Interested?
Our Mexico location offers a combination of private and shared accommodation. Five private rooms are located within the main venue, while our shared twin rooms are located in separate accommodation nearby.
For guests staying in the twin rooms, Riven provides daily transportation between the accommodation and the main venue in the morning and evening, so all transfers during the workshop are taken care of.
Prices include tuition, accomodation, transfers and meals.
Room type 1:
Twin bedroom. Shared with the same gender.
Shared bathroom. € 2300,-
If you identify differently please let us know so we can find a suitable roommate for you.
Room type 2:
Private bedroom. Private bathroom. € 3100,-
This workshops will be taught for all levels of artists.
THE PRICE INCLUDES
* 6 Nights of Accommodation
* 5 Days of Expert Tuition
* All Meals and Drinks (alcohol not included)
* Transportation during the entire stay
* Art materials includes; easels, palettes, painting surfaces, painting mediums, paper towels
* Models
This workshop will be taught in English.
See our FAQ for any questions you might have.
YOUR STAY
Your Arrival & First Day
On the first day, we provide group transfers from Polanco in Mexico city to the venue at designated times. Once everyone has arrived, we’ll gather for a welcome and introduction, go through the week ahead, and give you time to settle in. The evening will be spent together over dinner and drinks—a relaxed opportunity to meet your tutor and fellow participants.
The Workshop Experience
The following day, we’ll begin five days of intensive learning with your chosen tutor. With a maximum of nine participants, the workshop offers plenty of opportunity for individual guidance and interaction.
Each participant will also have a one-on-one portfolio review with the tutor. Accommodation, meals, basic workshop materials, and any required models are included, allowing you to focus fully on learning, creating, and enjoying the experience.
Departure
On the seventh day, we’ll provide group transfers from the venue to Mexico City at designated times. Please see our FAQs for further travel and transfer information.
HENRIK ULDALEN
9 - 15 April 2027
MIQUI LILINTAL
1 - 7 April 2026
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
GUSTAVO RAMOS
17 - 23 April 2027
