This course will introduce students to the time honored techniques and approach to classical portrait painting from the live model. The student will learn how to approach a painting in a clear logical manner, efficient strategies for mixing color to achieve stunning flesh tones and how to thoughtfully execute the step by steps process of building a painting. Steps to building a painting includes making an accurate drawing, underpainting, blocking-in color, scumbling, fine tuning and progressing to completion. Each phase will be demonstrated and explained thoroughly by the instructor. Students will then follow the steps demonstrated by the instructor. Each student will receive personalized critic at his/her easel. Light, form, value, color, atmosphere, accurate drawing and painting will be observed.