Regular Weekly Art Classes in Dublin

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Thank you for signing up! I do my very best to keep emails to a minimum because I don't want to spam you with needless mailings. However, I will need to send information on new class terms, workshops and art shows and I hope you understand.
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Kevin

 

  • Do you want to run away, just for a bit, without leaving home? Take some time for yourself, meet interesting and like-minded people and learn a new skill at my regular weekly art classes in Dublin. Painting is good for your emotional wellbeing, improves your memory and concentration and relieves stress. 
  • At my regular weekly art classes in Dublin, I teach oil painting. Specifically alla prima oil painting. I teach through still lifes mostly and keep painting from photos to a minimum. It’s much better to paint directly from life; you’ll learn much more and more quickly.
  • Once you have the procedure internalised, you can successfully apply this knowledge to all your paintings – even those painted from photo references. I encourage you to explore new techniques and vary your painting projects when you feel confident enough!
  • Each class starts with a demonstration by me (and you can buy them directly from this website by going to this page). Then you paint with my assistance. You’ll complete a painting at each class, so you’ll be painting small.

Progress at last!

Kevin’s beginner’s oil art class made painting so much easier to understand! Step-by-step guidance simplified everything. I’m amazed at my progress!

Alan / Dublin

A great class with great people

I’m so glad I started these oil painting classes -even though I’ve been painting for quite a long time, I never really had any instruction before so when I decided to take the plunge and hold my own exhibition, Kevin was able to help me plan and present my show properly. Thank you!

Margaret / Dublin

The highlight of my week

The friendly atmosphere in Kevin’s art class really fosters a sense of belonging, while the excellent tuition pushed my painting skills to new heights. The community spirit is great, inspiring me to explore my creativity without hesitation and Kevin really is a patient and knowledgeable teacher.

Brenda / Louth

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Materials checklist.

The aim of this class is to paint small and paint often. For students, get good quality branded paints such as Ladoga or Winton Oils -good student quality paint, you can get them everywhere and the colours are consistent). 
 
ESSENTIAL 6 COLOURS FOR BEGINNER PAINTERS:
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Permanent Rose
  • Cadmium Yellow Pale Hue
  • Titanium White (or Titanium buff)
  • Burnt Siena (or Burnt Umber)
  • Ivory Black (failing Ivory Black, get Indigo or Paynes Grey).

 

DO bring the following (BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE PAINTERS):

  • Bring boards or canvases –don’t forget you’ll need to take them home with you after the session, so not too big. Somewhere around 6″ x 8″ or 8″ x 10″ is perfect.
  • A Table box-easel (Like the ones at this link). These are widely available in art shops.
  • flat wood painter’s palette (rather than one of those white plastic palettes with dips -they’re more for watercolours).
  • Solvent: Zest-it, (if you can’t get that, get Sansodor). For cleaning brushes and diluting paint.
  • A jar or tin with a water-tight screw-top lid for your solvent. You could also use a ‘dipper’ or ‘double-dipper” (Like the ones at this link).
  • Brushes –Synthetic short flat brights: 12 and 6. Also, a Round No. 1. Try Crafty Studio,  ArtminesK&M Evans or Eason) and THESE are the ones.  See a video about beginner brushes here.
  • A small, foldable desk-lamp like this one. The class is in a church hall with no controllable lighting, and although it’s still possible to paint, one of these makes life a little easier.
  • It’s useful to have a small palette knife for mixing and cleaning up – and sometimes painting.
  • Rags
  • If you like Liquin, bring that too. (Liquin is a quick-drying medium and glazing additive).
  • Wet wipes.
  • Wear old clothes: painting can be a messy business!

 

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Click this link to go to Google Maps: Harold’s Cross Rd, Harold’s Cross, Dublin, D6W KW21.  You’ll see the Pastoral Centre as soon as you turn into the car park.

There is plenty of parking in the church grounds at €1.50 per hour

You can also park out on the streets around the church.

map of how to get to McSherryStudio.com art classes in Harolds Cross Dublin

Terms and conditions for Regular art classes Dublin  

  • Signing up for a term of art classes is a 6 week commitment; classes not taken cannot be carried forward to a new term.
  • Terms can not be split up or fees discounted for classes not taken.
  • When students are unable to make it to a class for whatever reason, I will always endeavour to let them catch up in another art class but only if a place is available.
  • If I am unable to hold the art class, the class will be made up so students will not be short.
  • Payment must be made at least 2 weeks before the term begins, in order that a replacement student can be arranged from the waiting list.
  • Payment matters can not be discussed in the studio; the studio is a sanctuary for art, painting and creativity.
  • Students should have the required painting materials for the class (please see above).
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Regular Art Classes 6 Week Terms.

There are 3 classes:

Tuesday mornings: 10AM – 12:30PM

Wednesday Evenings: 6:30PM – 9PM

Thursday mornings: 10AM – 12:30PM

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€200 for a 6 week term (there are occasionally shorter terms with a price adjustment) of 2.5 hour regular weekly art classes in Dublin. You can book by using the form on the right-hand panel. *

Painting classes, held in the comfortable, clean and spacious Pastoral Centre of the Our Lady of the Rosary church in Harold’s Cross. See the map at the foot of this page

If you’ve missed out on joining the class this time, you can add your email address to the waiting list in the booking panel at the right.

Important Information: Please Read

*Please be aware that this is a term commitment and although I’ll always try to accommodate you where I can, classes are not transferable.
 
On week 3, those already in the class will receive an offer to carry on in the following term, This will be in the form of an email (and an announcement in class) with links where you can confirm your place by full payment or by deposit.  If there is no reply, I’ll pass on your place to someone on the waiting list.
 
Refunds can be arranged up to 7 days before the term begins.
 
 
 

The October 2025 term will begin on Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd October.

I’ll publish the box office shortly. Watch this space.

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How I can help you to paint

Paint Oils, Paint Small, Paint Often

I can transform your drawing and painting techniques, learning from regular demonstrations by the teacher.

I teach oil painting with occasional forays into acrylics. 

Skill levels: Beginners to intermediate painters.

This is the philosophy of this class. At every class, I’ll demonstrate with a small, quick study. You see the process from start to finish. Then you’ll paint a small still life or landscape study at every class. This way, you’ll experience the entire procedure at every class and you’ll soak in the process far more quickly. I’ve endless patience and I’ll always be there to jump in and re-show techniques or bring your painting study back on track.

When you’re used to the palette and paintning method, I’ll guide you towards trying other approaches, for example; how to paint like the impressionists; how to use a brunaille underpainting.

A rational procedure

No more wondering where to start as if every painting is an entirely new experience. The method I teach will  help with ALL your paintings from start to finish.

You’ll learn to paint from life.

It’s not as difficult as you think – less difficult than painting from photographic references. In fact, you’ll find that it frees you up.

A simple colour theory.

I have a background in the printing industry, where we use a limited array of colours which I’ve adapted for my student palette. You’ll learn to set up your colour palette correctly and speed up your painting process. Learn this and you’ll adapt to the traditional colours much more easily.

A sound grasp of artist materials.

I’ll simplify your materials list. I’ll explain the difference between mediums and various qualities – and I’ll advise on what you need to buy to achieve great results in your work. You’ll also learn how to set up your own painting space.

Good drawing technique.

A fundamental skill for any artist, I’ll teach you the way to achieve likenesses by measuring and re-working. 

Tonal values and the value of tone.

There are many variables to grasp in painting but the principal one is tone. Painting still lifes teaches you how to see it, express it and absorb it.

Brushwork

You’ll learn how to use brushes, the palette knife  and other paintingapplicators to create texture and life in your paintings.

Develop your personal style.

You’ll learn to embrace your personal style and not be held back by feeling that you should be always emulating others’ styles.

Gain confidence.

You’ll learn to become confident in your painting practice. You’ll know how to set up your studio, painting materials and the process of starting and completing any painting.

  • Don’t forget that there’s always coffee/tea and nibbles on the house. In class, we often chat about art in a relaxed and informal way. 

Impressionism

Explore the work and techniques of the great impressionists such as Claude Monet; Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Cézanne

Alla Prima Painting

Learn to paint wet-into-wet paintings and transform your paintings. Learn the secrets of John Singer Sargent and William Nicholson.

Brunailles, Grisailles and Glazing

Learn the classical painting technique that will change your imaginative and creative painting forever.

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Thank you for signing up! I do my very best to keep emails to a minimum because I don't want to spam you with needless mailings. However, I will need to send information on new class terms, workshops and art shows and I hope you understand.
Thanks again,
Kevin