About

“Alla Prima” is Italian for “in one go” - a painting technique where the portrait is created in a single sitting, fresh and full of life, and the result captures the sitter in the moment.

Join celebrated painter Julia Sterland for a one-to-one live portrait session. In just 40–60 minutes, Julia will paint your likeness in her expressive Alla Prima style. Every brushstroke is spontaneous and energetic, making each portrait distinctive . The starting point is blank paper carefully primed for oils. No photography , no AI.

Why have a portrait?

– Experience modelling and being still for an hour.

– Own a personal, hand-painted oil portrait of either yourself or a friend.

How it Works

– Sit for Julia, your portrait comes to life in under an hour.

– Take it home with you.