Painting

4 min read

Understanding How To Use The Color Wheel - You Might Be Using the Color Wheel Wrong!

Discover how to create stunning color schemes that evoke emotions and convey messages through value, temperature, and color psychology.

10 min read

The Story Behind 'A Man of Prayer,' my Smithsonian Portrait of President Jimmy Carter

Using Art Mapping and the technique of the Old Masters to tell the story of an American Hero and the 39th President of the United States.

1 min read

Lazy Painting Techniques: Get Back to Work Without Leaving Your Spot

The reducing lens, a useful and "lazy" resource for painting - step back without moving & prioritize perspective.

2 min read

Painting Technique: Humanism with Donatello & Mary Magdalene with Giotto's & Darker Farther Away

Donatello's "Mary Magdalene" embodies early Renaissance humanism, expressing emotion through texture & expressive mark-making.

2 min read

Part 6 of 7: Varying Your Edges Lord Ribblesdale Sargent, Analyzing Lord Ribblesdale

Uncovering John Sargent's secrets: his edge work technique and masterful use of texture to create depth & contrast.

2 min read

Softening Edges by Cross Hatching, Analyzing Lord Ribblesdale with a Rosemary Brush

Softening edges with a round brush creates subtle contrast & direction, inviting viewer focus while balancing bold strokes.

1 min read

Part 5 of 7: Cross Hatching with Bristle Fan & Round, The Most Important Brushes for Oil Painting

There are various ways to achieve a sharp edge, and one of my favorites is using a bristle fan brush into wet paint.

3 min read

Mastering Oil Painting: The Art of Oiling Out

Master oil painting with our guide to "oiling out"! Learn this technique for vibrant colors, smooth glazes & durable finishes.

2 min read

Cross Hatching with Round Brushes, The Most Important Brushes for Oil Painting

Discover the art of cross-hatching! Learn from Rembrandt & Renaissance masters, master soft edges, and add depth to your paintings.

2 min read

Unveiling the Depth of "Alba Madonna": A Journey Through Rafael's Artistic Mastery

Rafael's "Alba Madonna" captures masterful color, composition & detail in this high Renaissance period.