Welcome to my Artists' Resources, Demonstrations, and Online Courses
Intro to Oil Painting
The best way to start learning to work with oil paint is to begin with black and white to familiarize yourself with the materials.
Working with Color for the Beginner Oil Painter
A step-by-step program to learn how color works, gives you experience mixing
and working with oil paint, and builds your confidence in working with color.
Testimonials
"I have no doubts about Robert's caliber of knowledge..."
After receiving art instruction from two different instructors in two mediums (oils and watercolors) I enrolled in Robert's painting/acrylics class 10 years ago and I remain hooked! I have no doubts about Robert's caliber of knowledge in his profession. He is constantly broadening his students' art goals, all the while exhibiting his patient manner and professionalism.
Robert's latest endeavor - online classes - offers a great way to experience art instruction at my convenience, all the while in a safe environment.
Marie Lynch
Paints in acrylics and a students since 2010.
"...his instruction is precise with genuine enthusiasm and encouragement..."
In 2019, I was drawn to Robert Caldwell's art classes by his work. I remember thinking, “ what do you mean this is not a photograph, it's a painting! Robert listened to my goals and then helped me to develop the foundation to achieve them. He is respected in the art world as a living master as well as by his students. There is no false praise in his studio, his instruction is precise with genuine enthusiasm and encouragement to help you grow to your next level. I am proud of the work I do with Robert Caldwell and grateful for his guidance.
-Susan Westfall
Works with graphite pencil and has been a student since January 2019.
"His love of Art is so apparent and genuine..... he demonstrates this throughout every class."
I joined Robert’s class about 2 years ago because he had come so highly recommended by other artists and my printer. Painting, drawing, and creativity have always been a fun part of my life and after retiring decided to get more serious about it. He has taught me so much about composition and perspective. Has made me see so much clearer, the possibilities of my ideas. Helps me with all aspects of my art. With the pandemic upon us, Robert has gone to virtual classes. Getting on board was quite easy with Zoom. And Robert continues to give equal time to each student. His love of Art is so apparent and genuine..... he demonstrates this throughout every class. I have become friends with other students and learn so much from them as well. It is a wonderful and rewarding time to paint with such an awesome teacher and fellow artists.
-Terry Harver
Painting in acrylic and has been a student since January 2019.
I am honored to have so many very talented and dedicated artists learning with me every week in the mentoring studios, personal coaching, online courses, and workshops. I sincerely believe that I learn as much from my students as they do from me, and I am so very humbled by the kind words that they have written here. I have the best students!
To read more about what my students have to say about me, my instruction, and my passion for art visit the Testimonials page.