Join the Gang of Prolific Painters...

... by learning how to master composition, brushwork and everything beyond!

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What is Oil Painting+?

Oil Painting+ is a membership platform for online oil painting workshop by Jason Lee Tako.

In a clear and concise manner, you'll learn practical color theory, composition, brush technique, paint application, angles and consequent values (the essential key to landscape painting), aerial perspective, and much more!

Once a month you'll get access to my pre-recorded workshop (monthly demo) where I take you through a painting from start to finish, explaining everything you need to know to create your own painting and master the fundamentals that you can apply to your own paintings.

You'll also be able to join our monthly Critique and Q/A Session where you can get feedback on any artwork you have done and ask any art-related questions you have.


Every session is recorded and you get immediate access to all past recordings according to the membership level you choose!

As a Gold Member, we will work together over a three-month time period developing a painting idea from the very beginning, including analyzing reference material, ideation sketches, color sketches, and into a final studio painting. This is for the serious student who wants to learn everything that goes on behind the scenes to develop a concept into a successful painting.

What You Get

Just of few of the Many Benefits You will get by joining

Learn From Home

Create realistic oil paintings step by step, all from the comfort of your own home.

Personalized Guidance

Live sessions allow you to get personalized guidance on how to paint and grow as an artist!

High-Res Downloads

High-resolution reference photos and sketches for each monthly session, and a photo of my final painting for your personal study!

Session Recordings

Watch the recording of any session you missed or any past session according to your membership level.

Critique & Q/A Sessions

Get feedback on your own paintings and ask any art-related questions.

Learn Immediately

Get immediate access to almost 3 years of recorded workshops and live sessions and start learning immediately!

What's It Like?

Want to get a feel of my teaching style and what the sessions are like? Click on the video below.

Further workshops that are instantly available:

Monthly Demo Recording

Mountains & Lakes Workshop

In this workshop, you'll learn how to create a convincing sense of depth and aerial perspective by focusing on strong value structures and subtle color shifts. You will also learn how to use impasto paint to suggest details in mountains rather than rendering every detail.

Monthly Demo Recording

Autumn Patterns Workshop

In this workshop, you'll learn how to use color and value patterns to create an interesting composition in overcast light. You will also learn how to apply impasto paint to suggest tree foliage and detail.

Monthly Demo Recording

Stormy Skies Workshop

In this workshop, you'll learn how to paint convincing summer greens and dark storm clouds that still retain proper value masses for a realistic-looking country landscape.

...plus many more!

Our Membership Levels

Discover the membership level that fits your schedule and budget:

Silver Membership

Monthly Pre-Recorded Workshops!
• Immediate Access to all past Workshops!
• Live Critique & Q/A Sessions!
• High-Res Downloads!
* $60/Month

Gold Membership

• Get everything in Silver Membership plus...
• Personalized guidance developing an idea from rough sketches to a finished canvas over a 3-month period!
• Enhanced development for your personal creativity!
• Live sessions recorded to watch at your convenience!
* $109/Month

Join the Waiting List

If workshops are closed and you would like to be notified about future opening, join the waiting list.

Looking for even more?

Discover the exclusive Platinum Membership, which

• It includes everything in Silver and Gold Membership plus...
Four 30-minute 1:1 Zoom sessions per month with me!
Unlimited email support to get the most from your learning experience!
• Space is very limited and admittance is determined on a one-by-one basis.


Interested? Contact Jason at Jason@JasonTako.com to inquire.

Who is Jason Lee Tako?

Considered to be one of the premier western, wildlife and Native American painters, Jason Lee Tako was born and raised in rural Minnesota. There he honed his drawing and observation skills by sketching and painting directly from nature. Several years later, Jason began exhibiting in some of the nation’s top wildlife art shows and plein air events where he won many awards for his landscapes and wildlife works and was featured in numerous publications. He was named the Featured Artist at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo in 2020 and at NatureWorks Art Show in 2023.

Here's What Other Members Are Saying!

"I think you are probably the best painting teacher I have followed in person or online. Keep up the good work! And thanks so much for all the valuable teaching I have learned in the few demos I have done with you!"

- Crystal Billing

"I enjoyed this class very much.  I just wanted to tell you I've been looking for several months now for online lessons/content and I feel the format you came up with really hits the spot Didn't find anything like that. The fact it's interactive is extremely valuable! "

- Moshe Roth

Hi Jason. I’m so glad I signed up for the studio videos. They are a master class in color mixing and I like how you have more time to dive into theory. 

-Carl Stoveland

"I'm always impressed by how much care you put into the critiques for each painting - even for beginners like me. It's definitely one of the reasons I signed up because I was so hopelessly confused about the colour temperature thing from watching other artists on YouTube who either don't explain or have just got it totally wrong!"

- Sue Donovan

"I can't say enough about how useful the recordings are for me! I thought I was getting most of the lessons through the live session. But as I watched the replay without other activities and distractions, I realized how much I was missing or misunderstanding your demo and lecture. I've taken so many workshops in the past, and now I wonder how much I was NOT getting at the time. It might make it harder for me to justify the time and costs of attending in-person workshops anymore. I'll be so spoiled in this class! "

- Naomi Gray

www.naomigray.com

What a great class- truly! I learned many things, such as how to neutralize colors, using a limited palette, edges, adding color on top of color, etc.  You are such an effective teacher, Jason.  So many teachers fail to equip the students with deep understanding.

- Allie

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Our Membership Levels

Discover the membership level that fits your schedule and budget:

Silver Membership

Join Today!

Monthly Pre-Recorded Workshops!
• Immediate Access to all past Workshops!
• Live Critique & Q/A Sessions!
• High-Res Downloads!
• $60/Month

Gold Membership

• Get everything in Silver Membership plus...
• Personalized guidance developing an idea from rough sketches to a finished canvas over a 3-month period!
• Enhanced development for your personal creativity!
• Live sessions recorded to watch at your convenience!
• $109/Month

Frequently asked questions

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers.

When are the live sessions?

The Saturday Live Sessions are typically from 11 AM - 1 PM EST. The Critique & Q/A Sessions are generally on a weekday at 7 PM EST.

How long do memberships last?

Memberships are auto-renewed on a month-by-month basis. You can cancel anytime.

What skill level do I have to be?

You can be of any skill level, though if you are an absolute beginner it is recommended you gain at least a few months of experience before you join.

Is this for oil painters only?

The artistic principles taught will apply to any color medium, though the techniques and paintings are all done in oil.

What subjects will we paint?

The workshops focus mostly on landscapes, with a slight emphasis on the American West, though there are plenty of Eastern scenes and the occasional animal.

How do we meet for the live sessions?

We meet via Zoom. I will send out a link every month to access the live sessions.

What materials will I need?

You will get a list of materials and colors for each month's painting. My palette and materials remain pretty consistent which allows you to more easily master the techniques and is a bit easier on the budget.

Clear, Practical Instruction for Artists of All Levels

Join today and take your oil painting and knowledge to the next level!