Old Masters 3/4

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Would Leonardo da Vinci, John S. Sargent, or Raphael Have Trouble Adjusting a Modern Photograph to Evoke The Intended Message?

Learn how da Vinci, Sargent, and Raphael might have to adjust their thinking to evoke the message of a modern photograph.

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Transparent Darks Are Beautiful but Sometimes Too Beautiful: Mastering Transparent Colors in Your Paintings

By taking charge of the Elements of Art – color, contrast, pattern, shape, and texture, you can create a narrative that visually transcends.

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The Power of Canvas Tone: How Color Choice is Influenced by Your Background

Canvas tone dramatically impacts color intensity & message in a painting. Dominant colors carry the intended message.

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The Power of Radial Lines: A Composition Game-Changer

Unlock the power of radial lines: a technique to elevate compositions & guide viewer's eye.

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The Power of Protecting Transparent Colors for Depth and Beauty

One of the most crucial aspects of oil painting is layering. Each layer is important and impacts the result in terms of color intensity.

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Destroying the Shape: A Look at Sargent's Unique Painting Technique

Sargent destroys shapes, forces us to look beyond the obvious, & trains our eye to see the beauty in chaos.

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Transparent Color in Painting: Don't Lose Your Story by Only Focusing on Your Brushstroke

Explore the magic of mark-making & texture in painting! Learn from masters like Cassatt & Sargent and experiment with color & mediums.

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My Favorite Art Books: The Power of Loomis' "Creative Illustration" and Ray Smith's "Perspective Drawing" Gombrich's "The Story of Art".

Chris discusses Loomis' "Creative Illustration" & Ray Smith's "Drawing is..." highlighting their significance in understanding art principle

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Unlocking the Power of Light and Use of Lines: Halftone & Notan are Essential Takeaways for Artists

Learn how halftones, notan & light quality shape stories & moods in drawings. Every stroke counts!

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The Art of Storytelling: How to Guide Your Viewer's Eye with Found Edges

Master the art of storytelling in painting by using 'found edges' to guide the viewer's eye & create visual flow.