An artist's workspace with a palette and small cups of paint, a small easel, and a colorful painting in the background.

Oil Painting Classes

As an oil painter I love the buttery texture of oil paint - I’ve always been drawn to the amazing qualities and the vivid colors of the paint. I am passionate about teaching what others can achieve using oil painting! I am currently teaching at the Dupage Art League in Wheaton and the Naperville Art League in Naperville.

View all of my current and upcoming classes below.

Maria Ananieva's workspace with a palette and small cups of paint, a small easel, and a colorful painting in the background.

6 Week Oil Painting
Dupage Art League

Next session taught starts in October!
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A colorful painting of an American robin bird perched on a branch against a green background, signed by Andrey.

Painting Birds In Oils
Workshop

Learn how to paint birds in oils, following a specific strategy at this 4-hour workshop!

Painting of a sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of boats in the foreground, using vibrant blues, oranges, and yellows.

Painting Sunsets in Oils

Learn how to manipulate oil paint in alla prima technique, painting sunsets/sunrises.

You are more skilled than you think!
Don’t let fear stop you from trying something new.

All classes so far are in person. Follow me on social media for painting/art tips!

Current exhibit in West Chicago @gallerytwohundred for our annual “Small Gifts of Art” 🖼️🎨 Till the end of December, go check it out!
Some songbird studies from this week 🐦‍⬛ It’s interesting to see the anatomical differences between songbirds, waterfowl and raptors. I have yet to study raptors and waterfowl in depth, but I’ve always had a soft spot for songbirds
Hey friends! I have a couple of Pet Portrait spots open for Xmas if you know someone that would love that. DM me for inquiries! Here are some details: • They start from $75 • All are oil paintings on paper or canvas • 50% payment du