Chris Vidal, painting teacher

Chris Vidal
Vidal Arts

Vidal Arts

Traditional Drawing and Oil Painting

location_on Sydney

local_activity classes: Oil PaintingPainting

4.9 (39)
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Chris is an artist who lives and works in Sydney, Australia. At the age of six, Chris developed an interest in drawing and at the age of 13, he attended the School of Arts at Palazzo de La Salle in Valletta, Malta.

Vidal's style of work was developed through years of experience in drawing and painting. He considers himself as a contemporary realist with his preferred subject being the landscape. Studying classical arts mainly drawing from life helped him to develop drawing skills and a keen eye for detail. During his studies, he was influenced by the works of the great masters. He is also influenced by the American landscape painters of the Hudson River School and by the Australian impressionists of the Heidelberg movement.

Chris is also a tutor and teaches drawing and painting to adults at various locations around Sydney. He emphasises the importance of drawing as the foundation onto which you can build up a solid skill in painting as you progress.

Having a solid background in science he gives importance to the quality of materials used to create artwork as well as to the importance of understanding why to use a particular technique in the painting process.

Ultimately the aim of the teaching classes is to guide you and help you develop a skill in a way that you will be able to draw and paint without any assistance and to also be your own critique.






Classes


One-on-One Private Oil Painting Class

5.0 (1)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Baulkham Hills

1 to 4

label $200

Full Day Oil Painting Class - Painting Waves

4.9 (9)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Baulkham Hills

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Beginner's Oil Painting Class: The Cradle Mountain

5.0 (5)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class - Painting a Waterfall

5.0 (3)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Full Day Painting Class: Water Reflections in Oils

4.7 (3)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Painting Sunsets in Oils

5.0 (3)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class: Clouds

5.0 (2)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Full-day Oil Painting Class: Night Scene

5.0 (2)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Stanmore

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class: Uluru

5.0 (2)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class: Painting the Outback

5.0 (2)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Stanmore

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class: Semi-abstracted Landscapes

5.0 (1)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Baulkham Hills

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Oil Painting Class - the Blue Mountains

5.0 (1)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Full Day Oil Painting Class: Beach Scenery

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Full-day Oil Painting Class: Coastal Scenery

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Stanmore

1 to 6

label $165 - $365

Mastering and Mixing Colour

date_range Your choice of time

location_on Castle Hill

2 to 6

label $175 - $195

Foundations of Oil Painting Course

5.0 (1)

date_range Contact for details

location_on Annangrove

1 to 8

label $380

Still Life Oil Painting Class

date_range Contact for details

location_on Annangrove

1 to 5

label $320

Traditional Oil Painting Class

date_range Contact for details

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 8

label $325 - $350

Oil Painting Weekly Class

date_range Contact for details

location_on Castle Hill

1 to 8

label $65 - $380

One-on-One Class - Oil Painting

date_range Your choice of time

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LIVE STREAMING

1 to 3

label $100


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Reviews

(39)


Andrew Goh Jan 2024


The oil painting class that my wife and I attended with Chris was highly educational. He was very patient throughout the process and provided in depth explanations about the techniques and demonstrated each step in the process in a very clear, concise manner. Chris guided us expertly throughout the entire experience and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

Asha Barbaschow Nov 2023


Chris was very knowledgeable and provided so much advice (he was also super patient with beginners, myself included). He took the time to explain and demonstrate but cared more about our artwork than just showing what he could do, which was really nice.
Materials we used were great quality and he took the time to explain what materials we would/wouldn’t need to get started ourselves at home.

James Anvia Nov 2023

42 ClassBento workshops attended • 29 reviews


Very friendly helpful explains basics tips tricks and shows different techniques. Chris is supportive teacher shows good skills to me

Vince Farrugia Sep 2023


The venue is perfect , easy parking close to the hall.
Chris is a very good teacher, very knowledgeable and thorough. I am not a beginner but I need to upgrade my knowledge on how to paint light and make it shine out of the painting. Chris is good at demonstrating this technique.
Look forward to the next lesson.

Foundations of Oil Painting Course review by Vince Farrugia - Sydney

Teacher's response

Thank you for the review

Michael Whittington Sep 2023


I massively enjoyed the pairing class. I learnt some good and alternative methods of mixing colours and was able to make a work in this time that I was pleased with. Our teacher was encouraging and fellow classmates were collegial.

Aruni Selvadurai Jul 2023


Amazing, I’ve always wanted to delve deeper into the world of oils….Chris was great! Will be booking with him again.

Angela Papadimitriou Jul 2023


The class was my first attempt at oil painting. Chris’ guidance through careful explanation, lots of information and demonstration made the whole experience enjoyable, worthwhile and a great learning experience.
Chris gave all students individual attention geared to their level in a very positive and patent manner.
He is very professional, knowledgeable and a great art instructor and indeed brought out the best result from everyone.
Looking forward to many more classes with Chris.
Thank you Chris.

Shyani Seneviratna Jun 2023


We had an amazing time with Chris! We have never painted before and he showed us what we could do. Chris is very knowledgeable and excellent at teaching us techniques and the theory behind them. We thoroughly enjoyed the class and will be recommending Chris to everyone! We walked out so surprised by what we accomplished thanks for Chris and his teaching methods. Thank you so much for everything!

Beginner's Oil Painting Class: The Cradle Mountain review by Shyani Seneviratna - Sydney

Rachel Gasser Jan 2023


Chrus is an experienced and knowledgeable teacher. He was very patient with us as beginners and gave us so much guidance on getting started on our painting journey. He paced the steps really well and we had a great time. Thanks again Chris!

Oil Painting Class: Clouds review by Rachel Gasser - Sydney

Marion Greenwood Nov 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Chris was a great teacher, explained everything really well and was available to everyone when needed. The venue, for me, was not great. Very hot and too many stairs. The only thing I was a bit disappointed about was that the subject picture was changed when we got there and I was really looking forward to doing the original piece. But overall, a great class.

Dina Likoudis Nov 2022


Teacher : Chris Vital
Chris Was extremely knowledgeable in all things painting , oil painting , color , technique , tone
Chris was an excellent pleasant,polite , patient, professional teacher who had a very nice personality . He actually taught all of his students as a whole class & also gave a one on one as well. He taught with passion & inspiration . He taught at their pace& their level of experience
His class was value for money 100%
Everything surprisingly was provided for his students 100%!
The class was fun & very pleasant
The studio was a typical artists space studio , it was pretty cool
Everybody was smiling , learning & enjoying his well thought out class
I strongly recommend anyone who has any Interest, and anyone who has or has zero art experience in painting to try his classes out as they will certainly walk away very happy & they certainly who learn as Chris Vital loves to teach!

Painting class review by Dina Likoudis - Sydney

Felicia Mavro Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Our teacher Chris was very friendly, knowledgeable and patient to teach us step by step what we needed to do.
Everything was provided for
The venue itself was fine till 11 am , then it heated up a lot. There were a couple of fans but not effective .
Was my first attempt with oils . Was a fun , informative class , lots to learn
. Would certainly go back for another

Christophe Gizardin-Pradeau Oct 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Loved the class. Chris is fantastic and shares so much of its knowledge. I cannot wait for the next class

Narelle Haken Oct 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


He is excellent. Very knowledgeable and good teacher. I learned a lot about oil painting

Diana Ferreira Aug 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


It was a fantastic class and I really enjoyed myself. Chris is a good and patient teacher and taught us a lot from tools to use, different paint brands and how to start and finish the painting. He used quality paints and in class he supplied the canvases, paint brushes and paints. The venue was well lit and a good area size for a painting work shop. Overall and enjoyable day.

Full-day Oil Painting Class: Night Scene review by Diana Ferreira - Sydney

Christophe Gizardin-Pradeau Aug 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I enjoyed the class. The teacher is very knowledgeable and friendly. I will do this again

Ellen Alexander Jun 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Second workshop I’ve done with Chris, he is a fantastic teacher and very attentive. A great relaxing way to spend a weekend…I highly recommend :)

Clair Castle Jun 2022


My first class. I had a great day and a great, informative teacher. Thank you Chris

Painting class review by Clair Castle - Sydney

Ellen Alexander Apr 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A great workshop with excellent guidance from Chris. The pacing was good and it was a really enjoyable way to spend a Sunday :)

Lauren Paterson Apr 2022


This was my first oil painting class and I was so happy with the result. I can’t wait for the next class!
Chris was amazing, and really brought the best out of everyone.
Great venue too.
Thank you Chris and #classbento !

Sharon Lambert Apr 2022


Excellent teaching, Chris was very patient and encouraging and gave everyone individual attention and coaching which I really appreciated.
The materials were all great valve for money. The room was a bit hot and stuffy but fans helped
Will def be back to do another one!

Susan Kearns Apr 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris is very interactive with his students and is able to take into account the different levels of abilities. He puts a bit of effort into describing how to mix the colours and what the effects would be from light to dark.

Painting class review by Susan Kearns - Sydney

Emanuela Carniato Apr 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Chris Vidal is a incredibly Talented Artist.
His teaching are the best I have experienced in 20 years.
Step by step . Colour theory.
A amazing finished oil painting at the end.
Highly recommend Chris you will want to go time and time again.

Jenny Goldberg Apr 2021


Chris is amazing this was our 2nd class and as with the last one enjoyed it very much.
It is very detailed and everything is supplied so good value for the money.
Thanks Chris see u next time.
Regards Jenny and Michael

Fiona Roberts Feb 2021


The facilities were excellent, the materials provided were excellent and the teacher was better than excellent. I learned so so much. I will definitely be doing more of his classes

Kip Frame Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great introduction to working with oil paints and painting techniques. Great class size. Interesting landscape

Kate Uren Dec 2020


Very supportive & informed instructor who was very approachable. Great amount of content in a well paced session.

Joanne Chang Nov 2020


Chris was a fantastic teacher. It was my first time doing oil painting and Chris was a patient and knowledgeable teacher.

Judith Clayton Oct 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Another great workshop with Chris! Great teacher who is very generous with his time as well as materials supplied. Location convenient to get to, well lit and comfortable!

Lavenya Rajendra Oct 2020


My partner and I took a class with Chris to try oil painting for the first time. Chris was a great instructor - patient, thorough and knowledgeable. He gave everyone one on one support with their paintings and paced the class well so we didn’t feel rushed. We had a great time. Highly recommend.

Julie Curran Sep 2020


The teacher ,Chris, was very informative and a very nice person. I did learn a lot for my first class and i feel now I can paint a portrait on my own. The venue was in a great location and everything was provided. Chris's teaching technics are easy to follow. I had a great time.

Painting Sunsets in Oils review by Julie Curran - Sydney

Emanuela Carniato Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I really thought Chris was the best art teacher I have had.

He was so knowledgeable and skilled .

Judith Clayton Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Loved the class and really appreciated the time spent with each student. The materials supplied were excellent, the facilities good and I learnt so much about mixing colours, layering and applying the paint. I will look out for another of Chris' classes.

Almas Wahab Nov 2019


Really good class one of the best I’ve been to.
Very good explanations and demonstration and very patient instructor :)

Patrizia Cocchis Oct 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


The teacher was knowledgeable and very happy to help/give explanations to questions. Unlike other art courses the class was good value for money.

Christine Comito Sep 2019


Venue was perfect, and Chris was an excellent teacher. Gave us each personal attention and instructed us each step of the way. All materials provided which was so helpful too.

Deborah Shirtley Sep 2019


A thoroughly enjoyable class. Chris is a very informative and skilled teacher. For someone who has never even tried to paint, having the process explained and individual help all through the session, made this course totally worthwhile. A real bonus was having everything supplied. For novices like me, the explanation about the types of oil paints and canvasses to use was also beneficial. Chris paced the course appropriate to the group and we all left with our own artwork of the beautiful Blue Mountains.
Deborah

Carene Piper May 2019


Teacher was brilliant and knew all aspects of oil painting and the venue is pretty cool mini art gallery. It's was value for my money.

Teresa Tidball Mar 2019


The teacher is excellent and works with you to make sure you understand and offer suggestions and tips if you make a mistake. I learned a lot about using oils and everyone took home a lovely painting. Excellent for complete beginners, novice, or intermediate painters. And, great value for money!

Painting class review by Teresa Tidball - Sydney

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