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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Unlocking the secrets of Sergeant's art: exploring concepts & principles behind his remarkable paintings #SergeantArt #ArtTips

Discover art's evolution from wood to canvas, influenced by Titian. Explore texture, choices, and the empowering impact of art history.