Still life

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

■ Paint a range of surface effects using oils

■ Mix and lighten colours with confidence

■ Use the direction of your brushstrokes to create a sense of form

During lockdown, I had plenty of time to work on different still-life set-ups using a wide range of subject matter. The painting I chose for this demonstration comprises a set of shiny objects: a water pot with lid, a blue glass and metal container, keys and an old spoon. I spent