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Portrait Painting Workshop with Alex Venezia

$750.00

Instructor: Alex Venezia
Dates: June 23-27, 2025
Times: 9 am-4 pm (lunch 12-1 pm; participants are asked to bring their own bagged lunch)
Workshop Location: Lyme Academy of Fine Arts
Levels/Ages: All levels welcome; ages 18+

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In this course, students learn a unique, step-by-step approach to painting the portrait from life.  Venezia’s proven method emphasizes working in layers, rather than alla prima, allowing for greater control and refinement of the final result. Individual critiques, instructor-led demonstrations, and Q&A are offered and encouraged.

Please note that registration for this workshop is non-refundable and does not include supplies or materials; please see the Terms and Conditions for details before making your final purchase.

Questions? admissions@lymeacademy.edu or call 860-434-5232 ext. 202.

Artist Bio

Alex Venezia is an American representational oil painter whose work has earned him nationwide representation, as well as numerous accolades and awards. Eschewing the traditional academy approach in favor of studying under several renowned painters from various schools of thought worldwide, including Odd Nerdrum, Colleen Barry, Michael Klein, Daniel Sprick, and Jeff Hein, Venezia has developed a highly personal yet effectively instructive style and approach. Venezia’s work is currently represented by Arcadia Contemporary in New York City; his works have also been acquired by the New Salem Museum. Venezia was awarded a first-place painting prize by the Portrait Society of America, and a first-place prize in the Still Life Competition at the Grand Central Atelier in New York City.

Instagram: @alexjvenezia
Website: alexvenezia.com

Supply List

Here is a link to download a printable PDF of the instructor’s supply list:

Alex Venezia Supply List Workshop June 2025

All the materials are available at de Gerenday’s Fine Art Materials and Curiosities, the Academy’s art store. Questions on materials? Contact Cameron at cameron@lymeacademy.edu.

Terms and Conditions

Registration and Enrollment Information

Registration and enrollment for workshops operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Full Payment Required:
    Registration must be paid in full at enrollment to secure a spot in the workshop. Registrants without payment or payment arrangements will not be on the roster.
  • Payment Plan Option:
    If you would like to arrange a payment plan, please email caitlin@lymeacademy.edu for more information and assistance in setting one up.

Workshop Refund Policy

Please review the following refund policy for workshops.

  1. 72-Hour Grace Period:
    Students may request a full refund for workshop registrations within 72 hours of signing up, provided that the workshop has not yet started. The refund request must be made within this 72-hour period for consideration.
  2. Non-Refundable Credit Card Fee:
    A 3.5% processing fee will be added to credit card payments. This processing fee is non-refundable.
  3. After the Grace Period:
    After the 72-hour grace period, no refunds will be issued for workshop registrations under any circumstances.

We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to contact us promptly if you have any questions or concerns regarding your registration.

Questions? 860-434-5232 ext. 202

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