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The “Big 5 Steps” is the roadmap that comes BEFORE you start your painting. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSimply follow Jill’s “Big 5 Steps” and you can guarantee that your pastel painting will come out the way you’ve envisioned it to be!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Big 5 Steps is the ultimate culmination of Jill’s extensive experience in pastel painting.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJust follow her process to create amazing pieces of art that will turn heads — no matter how experienced you are! (You can use the same 5 steps for oil painting too!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCapture the Light!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnowing how to capture the light is an impressive skill to have, one that you can apply to almost ANY of your paintings!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood news is that Jill’s primary goal in painting is to capture the light — or what she describes as “the feeling of luminescence and atmosphere.” You’ll discover how to do this in great detail inside the course. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou’ll also discover \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehow to recreate gorgeous effects in your artwork by breaking down sunlight and shadow\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a skill that few artists know! After watching Jill, you’ll be an expert in no time at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee How a Master Pastelist Paints Realistic Skies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeing able to paint realistic skies is one way to grab viewers’ attention. If that’s a skill you’d like to master, then simply watch Jill as she shows you \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehow to paint realistic skies during a sunset — from start to finish in high-definition detail!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou also don’t want to miss Jill’s brilliant tips and insights on \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehow to make your pastel paintings radiate with inner light\u003c\/strong\u003e — what she’s sharing in this video could just transform your paintings into a collectable masterpiece!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBONUS EXTRAS on the VIDEO:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2 Ways to Transfer Your Photo to a Painting Surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInsights from the Artist--Get to know Jill’s background in art, her thoughts on talent and finding your inspiration and style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChapter Breakdown \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChapter 1: Materials \u0026amp; Tools \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are Pastels? Sticks made of powdered pigments and a very small amount of gum, clay, or resin binder. Since dry pastels have less binder than any other medium, it is like painting with pure color - totally addictive!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePastels are NOT chalk. Chalk is made of limestone, shells and calcium carbonate with very little pigment. Pastels are made with TONS of pigment and hardly any binder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI highly recommend that you always buy professional grade materials. Student grade pastels are of lesser quality with more binder and less pigment. Some really ARE more like the “chalk” we used on sidewalks as kids. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 2: A Note on Working From Photos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment: Advantages and disadvantages of working with photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen I’m painting in my studio I use reference photos to inform my work. Photographs are a great tool for the artist. They remind us of scenes we loved and provide important structural and perspective information. But they also have a lot of disadvantages that we need to be aware of.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 3: Planning the Painting: The Big 5 Steps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReview the business plan that will take us through our painting process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStep Number 1 – Love Note   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStep Number 2 – Focal Point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStep Number 3 – Composition  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStep Number 4 -- Values  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStep Number 5 – Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 4: Painting Demo: Transfer the Sketch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment: Demonstrate transferring small sketch to substrate. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse rule of thirds to grid sketch with ruler and vine charcoal. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow I have all I need to begin working on my actual painting. I have a road map. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 5: Painting Demo: The Underpainting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment: Demonstrate creating a value underpainting.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse dark red NuPastel to sketch in values and wash it down with alcohol to make it permanent. Discuss using the complimentary or opposite color to create interest and vibration. Pause to let underpainting dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 6: Painting Demo: The First Layer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment:  Demonstrate first very light layer of pastels and fixative application. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGo for the closest value, not necessarily the perfect color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 7: Painting Demo: The Second Layer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment:  Demonstrate next layer of pastels. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhich pastels to use for the second layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShapes or details? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 8: Painting Demo: Bring in the Soft Pastels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment: Demonstrate next pass of pastels. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFind the \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esoft and buttery \u003c\/em\u003epastels for this step!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHAPTER 9: Painting Demo: Final Touches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoal for segment: Demonstrate the last details and adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiscover when to call it done!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jill Stefani Wagner","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":44051970359553,"sku":"purple_lsv_jillstefawagne-406","price":107.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":44051970392321,"sku":"DJSW1","price":107.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + DVD","offer_id":44051970425089,"sku":"purple_lsv_jillstefawagne-406","price":137.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/products\/DJW1_WAGNER_5Step_2D.jpg?v=1650658268"},{"product_id":"chien-chung-wei-spontaneous-watercolor","title":"Chien Chung-Wei: Spontaneous Watercolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"button_dlblank\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"购买中文版串流视频\" class=\"button_dlblank\" href=\"https:\/\/digital.painttube.tv\/shop\/c2iXD2Yey09KVk2j\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e购买中文版串流视频\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover Chien Chung-Wei’s Brilliant Techniques Responsible For His Award-Winning Masterpieces!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Spontaneous Watercolor” is a 3 hour video that will show you \u003cem\u003eexactly\u003c\/em\u003e how Chien created his award-winning masterpiece “Ambience of Jiufen.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChien’s instructions have been professionally translated to English by another award-winning artist, so you can be assured that nothing is “lost in translation.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs you follow Chien’s step-by-step guidance, you’ll soon realize that painting in watercolor is like building a house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll start from the structural design, moving on to the laying of the ground floor in a large area … all the way to finishing the final details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to Chien, the entire process is run through a kind of logic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe calls this logic “Efficient Connection.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou see, every brushstroke has a reason. Understanding those reasons will have a tremendous impact on your artwork. Inside the video, Chien will explain as he demonstrates the techniques and materials he uses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’re going to learn techniques like:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWet-in-wet watercolor washes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to control value\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper brushwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to balance water and color the RIGHT way to gain maximum control of the paint\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to create RICH colors (no wimpy watercolor!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques to create textures\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerspective and depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand so much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis video is \u003cem\u003eperfect\u003c\/em\u003e for anyone, no matter your skill level in watercolor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re interested in street scene painting and you’d like to have a deeper understanding of the principles of composition, this video is simply a must-have.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere’s a glimpse of what’s inside “Spontaneous Watercolor”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover Chien’s award-winning “Posture and Paint” technique for an almost-immediate improvement to your painting!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use a variety of unique brushstrokes to imply details in real space…\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to set goals, and how to execute at each stage from sketching to finishing touches…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use minimal details to create maximum energy in your paintings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover how Chien embraces the spirits and character of the Western watercolor masters over the last two centuries…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch in great detail how Chien recreates his most famous masterpiece, “Ambience of Jiufen,” and apply his techniques to your own art...\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn the logic of the “Efficient Connection” that guides Chien’s masterful brushstrokes...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover how to paint a street 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center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Your Instructor, Chien Chung-Wei \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(AWS, D.F.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChien is the first artist in Taiwan to become a Signature Member of the American Watercolor Society and the National Watercolor Society. 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layering\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to make rocks look wet … how to add sparkle to water … how to keep the water from being “stiff”... and more…\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to know what parts to spend time on, and what you can let go without as much development…\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe secrets to scumbling and how to do it properly…\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLUS: The BEST way to remove the fear of the white canvas…\u003cbr\u003e…\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand even more incredible insights and techniques from a master artist!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 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data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat’s it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you reach this point, you'll feel equipped and confident to masterfully tackle water scenes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet started today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere’s a small taste of what’s inside \u003cspan style=\"color: #bd8144;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Mastering Water: The Secrets of Color and Reflection”:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA masterclass on color relativity, the “Principles of Painting Water,” and other game-changing 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color variety… and unity…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to achieve even more realistic results simply by “wiggling” the brush…\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RIGHT color to use to lighten darks (it’s NOT white)...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Kami simplifies the scene you’re going to paint in this demo (must not miss!)…\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ONE question you must always ask when building shapes…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA simple trick to get in your color averages…\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn ingenious vertical approach to making darks 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Through charcoal drawings of an “invented” landscape, Kyle demonstrates how different design stems, like the “steel yard” or “S curve,” can dramatically alter a painting’s appeal. You’ll learn to adapt and manipulate real landscapes into eye-pleasing compositions, improving your design skills and artistic intuition!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMATERIALS (10 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/03_Materials_frame_89038-r_480x480.jpg?v=1712154598\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKyle discusses his essential oil painting materials, emphasizing a limited palette to simplify color choices and avoid overwhelm. 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You’ll also see how this stage gives the feeling of form appearing in the shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonstration Step 3: APPLY COLOR (48 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_Apply_Color_frame_140200-r_480x480.jpg?v=1712155060\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKyle shows methods for applying color over dark lay-ins, emphasizing intention in every brushstroke. He shares tips for using color and brushstrokes to lead the viewer’s eye through the painting, creating a cohesive and dynamic composition. You’ll learn to apply color with purpose, enhancing the design and emotional impact of your paintings. You might want to watch this lesson a few times, as he’s sharing a ton of wonderful tips!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonstration Step 4: PAINT THE LIGHTS (31 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/08_Paint_the_Lights_frame_116091-r_480x480.jpg?v=1712155183\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis segment focuses on adjusting light\/negative shapes to complete the value range and solidify the design. Kyle discusses mixing thick paint for lights and the role of texture in design. You’ll learn to refine your paintings with light, enhancing contrast and visual appeal for a more striking and finished piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonstration Step 5: THE FINAL PUSH (45 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/09_Final_Push_frame_143948-r_480x480.jpg?v=1712155254\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKyle guides you through final adjustments, offering insights on when a painting is considered finished. He covers subtle shape and value adjustments, helping you assess and conclude your work confidently. This chapter promises a comprehensive understanding of finalizing a painting, so you can bring your visions to full realization with confidence and skill! Even your signature plays a role in the design of your painting, and Kyle helps you know where and how to place it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial EXTRAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonus Templates: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover even MORE designs not covered in the main video!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsights From the Artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn more about Kyle and his artwork \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Speed View:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Time-lapse of the demonstration painting for your enjoyment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibit of Works:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A grouping of Kyle’s paintings for inspiration \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Your New Instructor, Kyle Buckland!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Buckland_Headshots-r_480x480.jpg?v=1712155381\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’re going to love Kyle Buckland, a remarkable talent whose roots trace back to Wilmington, Delaware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn into a family that valued the harmony of arts and nature, Kyle began his artistic voyage with a deep dive into the world of French Impressionism at the tender age of 14. This early exposure shaped his distinctive style, characterized by a vibrant palette and expressive brushwork that invites viewers into every scene he captures. He’s also the founder of Buckland Fine Art Studios and Gallery!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis trophy case boasts top honors like Best in Show at the Lynchburg Plein Air Festival and the spotlight as the Signature Artist at the Virginia Highlands Festival in 2011. His commitment to art education is unwavering; he’s taught at every level and is particularly cherished for his courses at the William King Museum of Art. In 2021, Kyle’s excellence was sealed with his induction into Plein Air Painters of the Southeast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, he continues to paint and mentor from his studio at the William King Museum of Art’s Artlab, surrounded by the serene backdrop of Abingdon, Virginia, where he resides with his wife, Jennifer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can safely bet that having Kyle Buckland as your instructor is only going to strengthen your artistry and enhance your painting skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside this new video, Kyle Buckland offers not just lessons but a gateway to seeing the world through richer, more colorful lenses!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyle 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Textures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhat if I told you that \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003epastels can make your flowers glow much brighter and more vibrant\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e than any other medium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhat if I told you there’s an approach to \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003erender textures with pastel that look so realistic you can almost feel them\u003c\/u\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAnd what if I told you \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003epastel painting \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003ecan\u003c\/i\u003e be easy and fun\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWell, all that can be possible with master pastelist Lyn Diefenbach’s “BUILDUP” approach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSo if you’ve ever struggled with which colors to choose, how to mix them…\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd if you want to avoid creating art that’s flat and muddy… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThen what you’re about to learn are the discoveries Lyn has made throughout her colorful journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’ll learn her unique “BUILDUP” approach that’s been proven to help students create visually breathtaking art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs you watch Lyn recreate her masterpiece \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eAll Aglow,\u003c\/i\u003e you’ll see her expertly apply techniques and learn how she renders textures so well you can almost feel them…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…the softness of petals, the sponginess of cacti, and the sharpness of needles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow did she capture both the sunlight and the glow from within the flowers — a glow so inviting and warm that it seems like it could attract the bees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow did she make the flowers so realistic you can almost smell them?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou don’t have to wonder any longer…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…because today, you’re going to learn to paint flowers so well \u003cu\u003eyou’ll make viewers go “WOW!” \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThey’re going to wonder how you created that magical, almost heavenly, glow on your flowers… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…how you rendered textures so well… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and how you crafted such a beautiful composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMore importantly…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’re going to learn how to create art that stirs the soul and the imagination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBut this isn’t just about painting flowers — it’s about turning you into an artist who creates stunning art that grabs attention and moves people emotionally!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(21, 22, 23);\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eYour Lesson Plan!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportAnnotations]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e1. Introduction (2 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/00_Intro_480x480.jpg?v=1716252612\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this chapter, Lyn gives an overview of what you'll learn in the video. She covers how to create the stunning contrast of light against dark, making your paintings glow with life. You'll discover how to interpret your subject in terms of value to achieve dimensionality, explore the vibrant world of color, and master the individual characteristics of flowers. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThe focus will be on Line\/Drawing, Value, Color, and Edges, providing a comprehensive foundation for painting lifelike flowers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e2. Materials \u0026amp; Preparation (10 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/01_Materials_and_Prep_480x480.jpg?v=1716252644\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn introduces the materials needed and emphasizes how using pastels can improve your drawing skills. She demonstrates how to hold and use pastels, likening it to sculpting. You'll learn about selecting colors and values, preparing your subject, and using a grid system to transfer your photo reference to the painting surface. Lyn shares tips on finding stunning floral reference photos and adding effects like water droplets to enhance your work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e3. Underpaint the Background (25 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/02_Underpainting_a634e0b7-76aa-4050-8b35-4bba6b4ff022_480x480.jpg?v=1716924236\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn explains the benefits of underpainting dark areas to create a solid base for your artwork. This technique prevents light paper from showing through and helps avoid muddy colors. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eYou’ll learn Lyn’s “Simple Color Theory” to make beautiful colors every time\u003c\/b\u003e. By underpainting, you'll provide a strong foundation for your flowers, allowing the light paper to shine through and enhance the luminosity of your artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e4. Develop the Background (53 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/03_Develop_Background_ba8d7df6-6037-4a1d-8939-b349f9a43585_480x480.jpg?v=1716924293\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this chapter, Lyn teaches how to develop a supportive background for your flowers, focusing on line, value, color, and edge relationships. You'll learn various application techniques to achieve different marks with pastels and how to glaze one color over another. Lyn emphasizes the importance of letting the background remain in the background, allowing your flowers to be the stars. This chapter equips you with problem-solving tips using Line, Value, Color, and Edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e5. The Brightest Flowers (89 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/04_Brightest_Flowers_55a7cf51-15c8-4f25-a016-47b56a7c1ad9_480x480.jpg?v=1716924335\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn guides you through painting the flowers, starting from the back and working forward to establish their glow. You'll learn to capture the translucency of delicate petals, create form, and use glazing techniques. Lyn shows when to blend and how to use different types of pastels for various effects. You'll discover how to avoid flat shapes, create interesting negative space, and understand the difference between brights and lights to enhance your painting's depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e6. The Buds (146 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/05_The_Buds_480x480.jpg?v=1716924511\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis chapter focuses on painting closed buds in vibrant pinks and reds, capturing intricate textures with careful observation. You'll learn to paint slightly opened buds, revealing the flower's \"eye\" and its glow. Lyn covers glazing techniques, pastel application methods, and how to get the form right before adding light and dark accents. This chapter enhances your ability to create realistic, detailed floral buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e7. Set Up the Show Stopper (67 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/06_Setup_the_Show_Stopper_480x480.jpg?v=1716909973\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn teaches how to pay attention to temperature shifts within petals for added interest and how to capture their translucency. You'll set the scene by adding initial local colors, darks, and midtones before blending and layering lights. Lyn emphasizes avoiding stylization to capture the flower's true nature. Learn to turn and curl petals, creating depth with changes in value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e8. The Grand Finale (52 min.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_The_Grand_Finale_480x480.jpg?v=1716910033\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn the final chapter, Lyn discusses the importance of adding darkness to portray light and ensuring the stamen are painted large enough. She shares tips on preparing pastel paintings for framing, especially in humid environments. This chapter wraps up the video, ensuring your flowers have the final touches to make them look lifelike and luminous.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 24.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMeet Your New Instructor, Lyn Diefenbach!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/1_135df309-bd89-40c3-a0bb-6a05f3c748ed_480x480.png?v=1715361348\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis is your chance to learn from a master pastellist!\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWith a vibrant career that spans over three decades, Lyn Diefenbach has etched her name in the art world as a master of pastel and oil painting. Her journey is marked by sold-out solo exhibitions and prestigious features in international and national showcases. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn’s global acclaim is highlighted by her invitation to demonstrate at the “100 Years of Pastel” event in China, a rare honor extended to \u003cu\u003eonly six international artists\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLyn’s canvas is a playground of diverse subjects — from captivating portraits and serene seascapes to dynamic still lifes and florals. Each piece is a testament to her dedication to mastery, technique, and the celebration of life, and she consistently earns accolades and awards worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHer exceptional skill set and reputation have made her a popular judge for prestigious competitions, including the floral and still life segment of \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eThe Pastel Journal\u003c\/i\u003e’s 2022 Pastel 100 competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e Lyn’s commitment to artistic excellence is not just seen but felt, through works that mirror her faith and the beauty of existence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs a tutor, Lyn stands unparalleled. Her clarity in communication and insightful teachings have made her a sought-after educator, with students spanning the globe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 0.5in; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e“In understanding there is great liberation.” — Lyn Diefenbach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs an Eminent Pastelist with the International Association of Pastel Societies, Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of Australia, and a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America, Lyn’s accolades are as inspiring as her art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFor artists eager to delve into the nuances of pastel, learn from Lyn Diefenbach — an artist who paints not just what she sees, but what she feels!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"mso-element: comment-list;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lyn Diefenbach","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":44979538329857,"sku":"purple_cCk84VD9U7QlPxL1","price":117.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":44979539050753,"sku":"DLDF1","price":117.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming+DVD","offer_id":44979539673345,"sku":"purple_cCk84VD9U7QlPxL1","price":147.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Diefenbach1-FloralSecrets-2D.jpg?v=1713797453"},{"product_id":"bill-davidson-unlock-the-magic-of-plein-air-landscape-painting-bill-davidson-en-plein-air","title":"Bill Davidson: Unlock the Magic of Landscape Painting - Bill Davidson En Plein Air","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eJoin Bill Davidson on Location as He Reveals His Proven System for Painting!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill Davidson, one of the best artists today, will show you his unique method called the “Super Simple System.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill Davidson uses the \u003cu\u003ebest teaching methods to instill the right mental states in students\u003c\/u\u003e, all while capturing the raw beauty of the Adirondacks landscape.\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eImagine standing beside a silvery river, surrounded by lush forests and majestic mountains, as Bill unveils the exact system that won him multiple awards and has been giving students incredible results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis revolutionary approach promotes BETTER painting and FASTER learning, and helps you retain more of what you’ve learned — a potent combination that comes alive in the inspiring outdoor setting!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’ll find this system perfect for you if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou struggle to stay focused and do things in the right logical order…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou tend to get lost in the process and feel like the painting is controlling your decisions…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou find it hard to think of one thing at a time and get overwhelmed with big paintings…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’re looking for a \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003esimple\u003c\/i\u003e way to juggle the right color, color value, temperature, and intensity of color…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou want an easy-to-follow system that \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eactually\u003c\/i\u003e helps you learn FASTER and build confidence in your own skills!\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou want to build CONSISTENCY in your approach!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis system was created out of necessity for students mastering the craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill wanted to make sure this system will:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSimplify the big picture for students, no matter how complicated the scene…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAssist students to isolate and focus on one thing at a time…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; 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text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHelp students create depth more easily by making \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eone simple adjustment…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eGuide students to isolate shapes, values, and designs to accelerate learning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eNo matter your level of experience, Bill has insights that could rapidly boost your skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn fact, we guarantee you’ll be a much better artist than you are today just by listening to his advice and tips!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis is one video you won’t want to miss!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eHere’s a small taste of what’s inside  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eUnlock the Magic of Landscape Painting: Bill Davidson En Plein Air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill’s \u003cu\u003eproven\u003c\/u\u003e teaching approach based on advanced neuroscience that \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003edoubles\u003c\/i\u003e your learning speed (you’ll also retain what you’ve learned more easily!)...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill’s recommended way of setting up to paint outdoors…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to easily lay out a beautiful, harmonious design using Bill’s unique “gray first” approach…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhat makes a good plein air painting location (and how to get around a not-so-ideal one and still find success!)…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill’s specially designed “Super Simple System” that helps students master values (and color!) quickly…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to identify bad shapes and issues with values before adding color…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to adapt to unforeseen weather changes when painting on location…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to identify a focal area, and how to create a path to it…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eEmbrace Bill’s “Magic of Thinking Big” philosophy to guide your painting and increase your chances of success…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to easily mix puddle values to solve the issue of getting a color in the right value…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to use the puddles of values to create natural color harmonies …\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe secret to creating the right depth that will glue viewers to your work…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint rocks that are underwater and above ground, and how to make them up and make a pile of rocks look interesting…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to use countering angles for dynamic design…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to stay with the natural color harmonies of the day…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to redesign the scene for a better painting…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint receding mountain levels to create depth…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to keep paying attention to the big things…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint a moving stream with a small waterfall…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePLUS: How to stay true to the mood (important lesson!)...\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and various other insights that will improve your artistry fast!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 22.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMeet Your New Instructor, Bill Davidson!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill is an award-winning artist. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHis work is in several prestigious galleries. He has presented twice on the main stage at the Plein Air Convention \u0026amp; Expo (PACE).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill has achieved massive success in a short time, considering his first career was in law!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eOnly after retiring did he start his art career. Bill was able to start at zero and win a stack of awards and create a huge following. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSome of his notable wins include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Teton Conservancy Award, 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Teton Purchase Award, 2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWinner, Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art, 2011, 2012, and 2013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eInternational Masters of Fine Art, Greenhouse Gallery of Fine Art, 2013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBest Landscape Award in \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eSouthwest Art Magazine \u003c\/i\u003eSalon International Show, 2011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWon Plein Air Rockies 2012 Poster Award and Directors Gold Medal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHis incredible success is largely based on his “\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSuper Simple System,” \u003c\/b\u003e which you’ll discover inside this video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou can bet your paintings will improve greatly, as many of his students will attest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBill has been teaching for 15 years, and is a big believer in using the powers of science to help students learn better and faster, and also retain what they’ve learned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" width=\"624\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; mso-table-layout-alt: fixed; border: none; mso-border-alt: solid black 1.0pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1536; mso-padding-alt: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-border-insideh: 1.0pt solid black; mso-border-insidev: 1.0pt solid black;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"624\" valign=\"top\" style=\"width: 6.5in; border: solid black 1.0pt; padding: 5.0pt 5.0pt 5.0pt 5.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e“As a former trial lawyer, I have been trained to take complicated matters, break them down, organize the information, simplify it, and communicate the simplest methods for understanding anything clearly, using science-based teaching techniques, positive reinforcement, and a touch of humor.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e— \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eBill Davidson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eCome and experience Bill Davidson’s teachings inside this brand new video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn just one sitting, you’re going to discover how to create successful paintings that get noticed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFurthermore, if you live far away from Bill and can’t attend his workshops, this video is the next best thing to having him as your “personal, in-house” instructor…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAnd if you can’t travel to paint outdoors, this video is the next best thing — packed full of gorgeous cinematography that shows Bill’s scene in action. It’s like you are right there by the water’s edge painting alongside him. You can almost feel the raindrops when they start to fall! Come paint with Bill today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eYour Lesson Plan!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/01_intro_Bill_Davidson_ADK2023-3_480x480.jpg?v=1720549537\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eGet excited! Watch as Bill Davidson introduces a silvery river landscape on an overcast day in the Adirondacks — the scene you’ll be painting. Bill will guide you through the essential elements of a compelling scene, emphasizing the importance of contrast, transitions, value patterns, and shapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/02_Materials_frame_87438_480x480.jpg?v=1720549599\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDiscover the tools of the trade as Bill reviews his limited palette and recommends a complete plein air painting setup. Understanding the right tools and their uses will streamline your painting process and enhance your ability to capture the essence of any landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSetting the Scene:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/03_SetUp_Scene_frame_94564_480x480.jpg?v=1720549667\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn the crucial skill of location scouting and understand why Bill chose this particular scene for its rich learning opportunities. From painting various tree types to capturing mountains, sky, and water in different states, this chapter covers a wide range of subjects. Discover why plein air painting improves studio work and how to use contrast and transitions to create engaging compositions. Bill’s insights on using a 3-value system will simplify your approach and help you create more impactful paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMonochromatic Lay-In:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/04_Grays_frame_113493_480x480.jpg?v=1720549735\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaster the art of simplification with Bill’s 3-value gray system for laying in compositions. This chapter teaches you to interconnect shapes and values effectively, create pleasing compositions, and identify the most critical areas of your painting. By learning to break down complex scenes into manageable parts, you’ll be able to tackle any landscape with confidence and create more cohesive, visually appealing works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAdding Colors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/05_Adding_Color_frame_99851_480x480.jpg?v=1720549792\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis chapter will reveal Bill’s secret to color mixing and application.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e You’ll learn how to use gray value mixes as a shortcut to perfect color, create vibrant color harmonies, and achieve depth through value control.\u003c\/b\u003e Bill shares invaluable tips on avoiding common pitfalls, such as “saggy” mountains and overbearing greens. By mastering these techniques, you’ll be able to create landscapes with authentic feel and captivating color relationships that truly bring your scenes to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDevelop the Painting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/06_Develop_frame_159714_480x480.jpg?v=1720549833\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHere Bill guides you through the crucial development stage. Learn how to make critical adjustments, reestablish values and shapes, and create a sense of depth through color intensity. This chapter covers a wide range of specific techniques, from painting convincing rocks and reflections to composing clouds and separating elements effectively. These skills will elevate your paintings from good to great, allowing you to create truly immersive landscape scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFinishing Touches:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_Finish_frame_90051_480x480.jpg?v=1720549879\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this final chapter, Bill demonstrates how to add those all-important finishing touches that can make or break a painting. Learn to assess your work with fresh eyes and make subtle yet impactful adjustments that will bring your entire composition together. These final techniques will help you polish your paintings to professional quality, ensuring that each work you create is a true reflection of your artistic vision and skill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bill Davidson","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":45358037729537,"sku":"purple_cCRdKGiXH731mSsH","price":167.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":45358038188289,"sku":"DBD6","price":167.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + DVD","offer_id":45358039466241,"sku":"purple_cCRdKGiXH731mSsH","price":197.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Davidson6-PleinAir-2D.jpg?v=1720551494"},{"product_id":"don-demers-painting-and-design-with-purpose-the-don-demers-approach","title":"Don Demers: Painting and Design with Purpose: The Don Demers’ Approach","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eDiscover how Don Demers approaches design and composition to \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003econsistently create paintings that command attention and achieve artistic excellence \u003c\/b\u003e... \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eeven if you’ve struggled with these fundamental concepts before!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHave you ever wondered why some paintings immediately command attention while others get overlooked? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhat makes certain artworks stand out with unmistakable presence and authority, while similar subjects painted with equal technical skill somehow fall short?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this video, you’re going to find out the cause of it \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e a proven, time-tested method that will have you creating stunning works of art more consistently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThrough decades of painting and teaching across the U.S. and Europe…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…Don has developed a systematic method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e that takes the mystery out of creating impactful paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThat means no more worrying about making the wrong decisions, or constantly wondering if your painting is going to turn out great.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eCreate impactful paintings with Don’s approach!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’re going to discover Don’s complete process —- from initial concept through final brushstroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHe’ll reveal how to orchestrate all the elements of your painting into a unified whole that achieves your artistic vision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHe’s going to show you how to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eStart your painting with crystal-clear intention that will guide you from start to finish…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eCreate paintings with stronger visual presence, identity, and artistic strength…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eUnderstand how all aspects of design work together to build more powerful compositions…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDevelop your observational skills and learn to trust your artistic eye…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMake more confident decisions about every element of your painting…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and so much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 25.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMeet Your Instructor, Don Demers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/2-Thumbnail_don_480x480.jpg?v=1736343553\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon Demers is an internationally known artist who is best known for his marine paintings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBorn in 1956 in the small rural community of Lunenburg, Massachusetts, Don first developed his interest in painting maritime subjects when he was a young boy, spending his summers with his grandparents on the coast of Maine near Boothbay Harbor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHe began his professional career as an illustrator and expanded into the field of fine art. His illustrations can be found on many book covers and in national publications such as \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eReader’s Digest\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e Sail Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e Field \u0026amp; Stream\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e Sports Afield\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e Yankee\u003c\/i\u003e, and\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e National Geographic\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFurther, his paintings have been featured in a number of publications including \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eAmerican Artist\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eMagazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003ePleinAir Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eFine Art Connoisseur\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e Art \u0026amp; Antiques\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eYachting Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and various others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAnd it’s not just these publications that have recognized Don’s talents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon Demers has won a \u003cu\u003erecord 17 awards\u003c\/u\u003e at the Mystic International Marine Art Exhibition in Mystic, Connecticut — including the Rudolph J. Schaefer Maritime Heritage Award in 2006.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHis \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eMastering the Sea\u003c\/i\u003e workshop continues to be a best-selling, well-loved instructional tool for painting seascapes.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eTo add to this, his illustrations have been \u003cu\u003erecognized by the Museum of American Illustration four times\u003c\/u\u003e in its national competition representing the finest examples of work in the field. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSo, what is the secret to consistently creating award-winning paintings that move collectors and inspire other artists?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eTogether with Streamline Publishing, Don Demers has created a brand new course called \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003ePainting and Design with Purpose\u003c\/i\u003e to share his painting knowledge and insights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis is your chance to learn from this highly skilled and experienced artist. We guarantee that the lessons you’ll learn will be extremely valuable and will provide the insight to take your painting skills to new heights!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eWhat You'll Discover Inside:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe COMPLETE Don Demers approach to painting — from start to finish…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to design the rectangle like the pros…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to tackle the drawing or painting — macro to micro, big to small, paintings within paintings…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eImportant tips you \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eneed\u003c\/i\u003e to know about spatial relationships…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon’s unique approach to giving paintings MORE visual presence, identity, and strength…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSkills to recognize strong design when you see it (this will develop your artist’s eye!)...\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn-depth lessons to help you understand how all aspects of design lead to stronger paintings…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to create a NARRATIVE in your work (every painting needs this!)...\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to improve your OBSERVATIONAL skills (important if you want to take your work to the next level)...\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eA lesson on understanding the REAL purpose of the thumbnail stage…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe ONE practice that is \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eguaranteed\u003c\/i\u003e to turn you into a highly confident artist…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSimple design secrets that will help you create more impactful paintings…\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDiscover the power of a TRIANGLE…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWatch how Don ORCHESTRATES a painting, arranging multiple elements together (an eye-opening section!)…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDiscover Don’s “Line Jog” technique to add MELODY and INTEREST…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn Don’s “Destination Point” philosophy to achieve more alluring paintings…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn to see your subject through new eyes as Don reveals his “Hierarchy of Plots in a Painting”...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eTips to avoid monotony while painting to stay fully involved in the painting process…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to create a primary point of impact with secondary components that lead to a space of intimacy…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to keep the painting unified even if painting different parts individually…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePLUS: The importance of “creating with intention\" rather than just hoping for good results…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and so much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eChapter Breakdown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIntroduction \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/01_IntroMaterials_frame_12045_480x480.jpg?v=1736284472\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this opening chapter, Don introduces the three pieces that form the foundation of his teaching: Fundamental Concepts, Basic Principles, and his complete painting process. You’ll discover his organized approach to materials and tools, learning which colors he uses and why. Don encourages both active participation — painting along with him — and observational learning, giving you the flexibility to absorb his methods in the way that works best for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Thumbnail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/2-Thumbnail_480x480.jpg?v=1736284519\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon reveals his powerful grid system for creating strong designs from the start. Using a combination of charcoal and white chalk on gray paper, he demonstrates his systematic approach to three crucial elements: Spatial Assignment (arranging 2D elements), Value Understanding (identifying light-and-dark relationships), and Facility Development (getting to know your subject). You’ll learn his “Line Jog” technique, how to develop a primary point of impact with secondary components, and his unique “Destination Point” philosophy that takes focal points to a new level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Underpainting Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/3-Underpainting_480x480.jpg?v=1736284543\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDiscover Don’s strategic approach to beginning your painting with what he calls “sympathetic colors.” This stage sets the foundation for everything that follows, showing you how to work quickly and freely while maintaining control. You’ll learn how to tone your canvas in a subject-specific way, laying down color almost like a watercolor technique. This chapter helps you move emotionally and technically forward in your painting with confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eRefine the Drawing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/4-Drawing_480x480.jpg?v=1736284578\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn how to redraw your subject on canvas with paint, focusing on the most crucial lines and shapes. Don introduces his concepts of positive, negative, and “semi positive” shapes, teaching you how to break complex scenes into “visually digestible components.” His “Hierarchy of Plots” concept shows how to organize your painting like a well-written book — with a main theme supported by contributing episodes that create a cohesive whole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBlock in House \u0026amp; Grasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/5-Block_in_House_Grass_480x480.jpg?v=1736284602\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon demonstrates his systematic approach to establishing color and value relationships. You’ll learn his two reasons for keeping darks thin, when to add white, and how temperature shifts can transform your painting. Discover how to use “Connecting Colors” (his approach to neutrals) and explore the crucial concept of Color Relativity. Don shares his techniques for creating unity while painting different elements and shows how to use the “Five Elements of Form” to create convincing structures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eComplete the Block-In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/6-Complete_Block_In_480x480.jpg?v=1736284625\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaster edge control and subtle value shifts as Don shows how to create atmospheric perspective and bring your painting together as a unified whole. Learn his “small batch” color-mixing technique and discover how to paint sparkling reflected light. Don shares his unique “doctor doing rounds” approach to painting and introduces “Contextual Implication” — knowing what to include and what to leave out for maximum impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDevelop the Unified Whole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/7-Develop_Unified_Whole_480x480.jpg?v=1736284649\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this final chapter, Don brings everything together, showing how to add texture with brush and palette knife techniques while maintaining unity. Learn to create natural-looking movement in still objects and discover how to activate multiple senses in your painting. Don shares specific techniques for painting water sparkles, depicting birds, and creating “air” between objects. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to combine silhouette with fully rendered dimensional components for stronger graphic impact.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExtra Bonuses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHigh Speed View for your painting convenience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExhibit of Don Demers’ works for your creative inspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eInterview with Don Demers by Eric Rhoads for insights and motivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Don Demers","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":45923932864769,"sku":"purple_cxuj5QdE8xRGPu44","price":157.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":45923932930305,"sku":"DDD3","price":157.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + DVD","offer_id":45923932963073,"sku":"purple_cxuj5QdE8xRGPu44","price":187.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/DDD3_DEMERS-2D.jpg?v=1735919841"},{"product_id":"shelley-prior-sparkle-painting-colored-glass-in-watercolor","title":"Shelley Prior: Sparkle: Painting Colored Glass in Watercolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eDiscover Shelley Prior’s step-by-step process for capturing the magical dance of light, color, and transparency that makes glass come alive on paper!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIf you’ve ever tried painting glass in watercolor, you know how intimidating it can be. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe dancing reflections ... the delicate shadows ... the intricate play of light and color... \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIt can all seem overwhelmingly complex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou start painting, hoping to capture that magical sparkle and transparency…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…but end up with muddy colors and flat, lifeless results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eEach attempt leaves you more frustrated than the last, wondering if you’ll ever master this challenging subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe problem isn’t your artistic ability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eTrying to paint glass is \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eextremely \u003c\/i\u003etricky if you don’t know what to watch for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFor example, if you move just slightly, you’ll see a very different thing — the light has now changed, the edge is now placed differently … and that’s just the start of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThankfully, there’s a right approach to painting glass — an approach that breaks down this seemingly complex subject into simple, manageable steps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis is your chance to watch Shelley in action as she reveals her techniques for painting glass — from setting up your reference photo for success to mastering the final sparkling highlights that bring your painting to life!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMeet Your Instructor, Shelley Prior!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/1_90c77bbd-7b8c-4808-8421-6eb38a5ba187_480x480.jpg?v=1737654337\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWith 25 years of teaching experience and a mastery of watercolor that spans decades, Shelley Prior has earned her reputation as one of Canada’s most sought-after watercolor instructors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs a full-time artist based in Burlington, she has dedicated her life to not just mastering watercolor, but helping others discover its unique magic and potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhile Shelley’s highly realistic style encompasses everything from birds and wildlife to portraits and landscapes, she has a special fascination with subjects that challenge most artists — particularly reflective surfaces like glass and metal. It’s here that her deep understanding of light and shadow truly shines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eHere’s a small taste of what’s inside:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe simple “jigsaw puzzle” approach that transforms intimidating glass subjects into manageable, easy-to-paint shapes — even if you’ve struggled with complex subjects before\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe counterintuitive secret to getting pure, clean colors in glass paintings (Hint: it has nothing to do with your choice of pigments and everything to do with this little-known application technique)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to capture that elusive “sparkle” effect that makes glass paintings come alive — discover the surprising role of contrast and exactly when to apply it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhy you should actually use BRIGHTER colors than you think you need — and the foolproof way to adjust them later if necessary\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe “pre-wet paper” trick that eliminates ugly brushmarks and creates silky-smooth washes every time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eA revolutionary approach to painting straight lines that makes even the most complex glassware shapes achievable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe truth about water-to-pigment ratios when painting glass — master this and watch your paintings transform from flat to fabulous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhy working from photographs can actually be BETTER than painting from life when it comes to glass (this insight alone will save you hours of frustration)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe “kaleidoscope effect” — how to capture the way glass transforms and reflects light from every angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAn ingenious technique for lifting paint that creates stunning highlights without damaging your paper\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe professional “glazing sequence” that builds depth and luminosity while keeping your colors crystal clear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePLUS: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint metal elements with the same confidence and precision as glass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eand so many more creative ideas that will make you love painting all over again!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eChapter Breakdown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/1_7f9163e1-301b-4490-852b-a953d4a5f0ee_480x480.jpg?v=1737654408\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/02_Materials-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737654609\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMask the Sparkles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/03_Mask-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737654724\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBackground Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/04_Background-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737654805\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBottles \u0026amp; Shadows Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/05_Bottles-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737654890\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePaint the Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/06_Glass1-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737655074\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDevelop the Bottles \u0026amp; Shadows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_Final-Adjust-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737655204\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFinal Adjustments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_Final-Adjust2-edit_480x480.jpg?v=1737655348\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExtra Bonuses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHigh Speed View™ for your painting convenience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExhibit of Shelley Prior’s works for your creative inspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eInterview with Shelley Prior by Eric Rhoads for insights and motivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shelley Prior","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":45970486296833,"sku":"purple_cOlnQRTtgJa8oXH4","price":97.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":45970490982657,"sku":"DSPR2","price":97.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + 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normal;\"\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e anxiety, then you’re going to LOVE this video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eMastering the Large Canvas\u003c\/i\u003e, renowned artist Kathleen Hudson, known for her luminous and atmospheric landscapes, shares her signature blueprint for scaling up successfully every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThroughout the in-depth chapters, you’ll discover Kathleen’s meticulous step-by-step approach that breaks down the complex process into easily digestible stages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: 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underpainting…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBuilding up the elements of the painting from background to foreground while maintaining unified color harmony…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and finally, assessing the work as a whole to make those key final adjustments that take it from great to extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAlong the way, Kathleen generously shares hard-earned wisdom from creating her own masterful large-scale works, like:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe 7 critical questions to ask yourself before starting any large painting…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e4 things to keep in mind to create a strong foundational design…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHer unique underpainting technique, inspired by watercolors, for establishing a luminous glow…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eColor mixing strategies for achieving harmonic variety and a sense of light traveling through the atmosphere…\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThoughtful self-critique methods for improving your work without losing the freshness of your brushwork…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePractical tips for tackling the logistical challenges of working large…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn this video, you’ll get to see behind the scenes of how she created her famous piece \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eWetlands Near Savannah\u003c\/i\u003e, which graced the cover of \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eThe Artist’s Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSo if you’ve always felt called to paint on a grander scale, but have feared getting lost on a bigger canvas, this is your chance to learn from a true master!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 25.0pt; line-height: 115%;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eChapter Outline:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIntro \u0026amp; Materials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/00_intro_c04aa4a9-258f-41ed-9996-4d4f20d84278_480x480.jpg?v=1740412230\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eOverview of what you’ll learn in this comprehensive guide to scaling up from small studies to large landscape paintings. Award-winning artist Kathleen Hudson shows how to break down the intimidating process of working on larger canvases into manageable stages. She’ll share her complete materials list, including specific paint colors, brush selections, and surface choices, explaining how each contributes to her successful painting process. Proper preparation of materials ensures you’re ready to paint with confidence and achieve the best results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ePreparatory Work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/02_Prep_480x480.jpg?v=1740412306\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn why preparation is “the most important piece of your creative process.” \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eKathleen reveals her 7 key questions to ask yourself before starting, how to choose the right reference materials, and 4 crucial elements for creating a strong design.\u003c\/b\u003e She’ll demonstrate these concepts using her painting \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eWetlands Near Savannah\u003c\/i\u003e — which appeared on the cover of \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eThe\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eArtist’s Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e — showing you how proper preparation leads to successful larger paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eUnderpainting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/03_Underpanting_480x480.jpg?v=1740412340\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDiscover Kathleen’s unique transparent underpainting approach, influenced by her watercolor background and John Singer Sargent’s techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e Learn how this stage frees you to focus on design using transparent, movable color without getting overwhelmed by details. She’ll show you how to use a grid for accurate scaling, demonstrate proper paint consistency, and reveal why this foundation stage is crucial for creating paintings filled with life and vitality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eColor Mixing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/04_color_mixing_480x480.jpg?v=1740412377\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaster the art of pre-mixing colors to achieve harmony and save time while painting larger works. Kathleen shares her expertise in mixing natural greens (drawing from her Kentucky roots), creating color vibration for atmospheric effects, and managing paint consistency. Learn two different approaches to organizing your painting process — section-by-section or all-over — and \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ediscover how proper color preparation leads to more successful large-scale paintings.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBlock in the Sky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/05_Block_In_Sky_480x480.jpg?v=1740412414\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eCreate dynamic skies that serve as more than just backgrounds. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLearn to paint subtle transitions in value and color, master creative ways to add interest without distraction, and understand how the sky’s reflections impact the entire painting.\u003c\/b\u003e This in-depth sky tutorial reveals techniques for painting around clouds, creating atmospheric depth, and establishing a strong foundation for your landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBring the Sky to a Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/06_FInish_Sky_frame_126769_480x480.jpg?v=1740412598\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eContinue developing the sky with advanced techniques for creating subtle transitions, atmospheric effects, and more. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLearn critical tips for avoiding mud, managing edges, and making thoughtful adjustments.\u003c\/b\u003e Kathleen shows how each brushstroke affects the whole painting, teaching you to be mindful and intentional with every mark to achieve a beautifully developed sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBuild Distance \u0026amp; Midground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/07_Build_Distance_frame_176393_480x480.jpg?v=1740412628\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn to create convincing distance and atmosphere where sky meets land. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eKathleen demonstrates how imperfection in the horizon line creates a more painterly feel, techniques for blending sky and land seamlessly, and methods for incorporating varied textures\u003c\/b\u003e. She shares her personal story about learning to paint realistically without getting caught up in details, drawing from a valuable lesson she learned studying Rembrandt’s work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBuild the Foreground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/08_Build_Foreground_frame_179336_480x480.jpg?v=1740412659\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaster the techniques for creating dynamic foregrounds in large-scale paintings. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLearn to paint trees without excessive detail, capture reflections in water, and apply confident brushwork using Kathleen’s counterintuitive approach\u003c\/b\u003e. Discover why black can be valuable on your palette and how to create pathways through your painting using reflections and thoughtful color placement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eReassess the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/09_Reassess_frame_196607_480x480.jpg?v=1740412689\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn to evaluate your work critically and make necessary adjustments to edges, values, and compositional elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e Kathleen teaches how to maintain the freshness of gestural brushwork while refining your painting. She explains how to tie different elements together while keeping the whole painting harmonious, and shares tips for working on tacky paint effectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFinal Adjustments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/10_Final_Adjustments_frame_130594_480x480.jpg?v=1740412714\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn Kathleen’s final touches for bringing a large landscape painting to completion. She shares how to think of painting challenges like puzzles with multiple solutions, making the process more enjoyable and less intimidating. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDiscover her six essential principles for mastering large landscapes\u003c\/b\u003e: contemplating your subject, creating compelling designs, becoming a good self-critic, painting what you love, getting outside often, and understanding your artistic purpose.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 25.0pt; line-height: 115%;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eMeet Your Instructor, Kathleen Hudson!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Hudson_480x480.jpg?v=1740412142\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eKathleen B. Hudson is an award-winning artist renowned for her luminous, atmospheric landscape paintings. Her work masterfully captures the dynamic play of light and showcases her signature style of emphatic, confident brushwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eShe is a Signature Member of the Plein Air Painters of America and a Fellow in the American Society of Marine Artists, and her paintings have garnered widespread recognition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn 2017, she received the Grand Prize in the 6th Annual PleinAir Salon for her painting \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eBright Morning, Timberline Falls\u003c\/i\u003e, which appeared on the July 2017 cover of\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e PleinAir Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. That same month, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eSouthwest Art\u003c\/i\u003e named Kathleen an “Artist to Watch.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eKathleen’s passion for painting began early, starting with oils at age 12. She honed her skills at Harvard University before moving to Colorado, where she now balances her time between plein air painting and creating larger studio works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWith her unique background and artistic vision, Kathleen brings a wealth of expertise to this course. Her work has been featured in numerous publications, and she has consistently won top awards at national plein air events. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs an instructor, Kathleen is known for her ability to guide students to find their own creative voice while providing tangible, actionable techniques for improvement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis is your chance to learn from a highly experienced instructor!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathleen Hudson","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":46055815708929,"sku":"purple_cSZUM1Lc9h13Sy7K","price":137.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":46055820034305,"sku":"DKH4","price":137.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + DVD","offer_id":46055821771009,"sku":"purple_cSZUM1Lc9h13Sy7K","price":167.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/HUDSON4-LargeCanvas-2D.jpg?v=1739822230"},{"product_id":"iain-stewart-paint-venice-in-watercolor","title":"Iain Stewart: Paint Venice in Watercolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 28.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eVenice in Watercolor Made Easy with Iain Stewart’s “Diagram” Painting Method!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 23.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 28.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHave you ever stood before a complex Venetian scene?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe maze of ancient buildings…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe play of light on water…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe dancing reflections… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe figures and boats moving down the canals…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and felt completely overwhelmed? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYour brush hesitates, your confidence wavers…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and you wonder how you can possibly capture all this beauty without getting lost in the details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs an architect turned watercolor artist, he teaches you to approach complex scenes by first creating what he calls “The Diagram”...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…carefully laying out your center points and horizon line, and establishing what he refers to as a “cradle for the light.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis preparatory work, often overlooked by struggling artists, creates the perfect foundation for your painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eRather than \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003ereactively\u003c\/i\u003e painting whatever you see in a reference photo, Iain Stewart’s process-driven approach helps you \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003egain control\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e of your watercolors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’ll learn to anticipate what will happen on paper instead of merely reacting to it — creating paintings that capture the essence of Venice with confidence, atmosphere, and that special luminosity that makes viewers feel they're actually there!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e“Skipping what might be considered the dull parts of creating a painting,” Iain explains, “will typically get you in a tight spot. My hope is you begin to learn to see with an artist's eye.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 25.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMeet Your New Instructor, Iain Stewart!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Copy_of_biopic23_480x480.jpg?v=1746625659\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIain Stewart is a Scots-born watercolor artist whose atmospheric paintings have captivated collectors and fellow artists alike. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHe is a signature member of both the American and National Watercolor Societies and was recently inducted into the prestigious Whiskey Painters of America, and his work stands as a testament to his unique vision and technical mastery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHis watercolors have received numerous awards in international competitions and can be found hanging in many corporate and private collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAs a sought-after instructor and juror, Iain has shared his knowledge through workshops, five instructional courses, and his 2021 book, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eEn Plein Air — Light and Color\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWhat makes Iain’s approach particularly valuable is his background as an architectural illustrator with international clients. This experience, combined with teaching watercolor and design drawing at Auburn University (where he received his degree in architecture), gives him a distinctive perspective on capturing complex scenes with confidence and clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e“Never let reality get in the way of good painting,” Iain often tells his students. It’s this philosophy — that you, not the reference, are in charge of your painting — that has made his instruction so transformative for artists struggling with overwhelming subjects like Venetian architecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIain maintains a studio in Opelika, Alabama, and serves as an International Brand Ambassador for Escoda Brushes, Daniel Smith Watercolors, and Stillman \u0026amp; Birn Sketchbooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 25.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eYour Lesson Plan!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/0_Introduction_480x480.jpg?v=1746623636\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMeet Iain Stewart and discover the architectural background that gives him unique insight into complex scenes. Learn how his transition from technical illustration to fine art taught him to simplify while maintaining essential details. In this chapter, Iain introduces the Venetian canal scene based on his exhibition piece, explaining his concept of creating the “cradle of light” essential for luminous watercolors. He sets the foundation for understanding how water reacts to light and how to capture texture effectively in your paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/1_Materials_480x480.jpg?v=1746623663\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExplore Iain’s essential materials and gain invaluable insights from his teaching sketchbooks. Discover his simple approach to perspective in cityscapes. Learn why sketchbooks are your “safe place” for experimentation, why they give you “permission to ruin things,” and how to use them to try multiple compositions. Iain shares his two unbreakable sketchbook rules and explains why warming up is essential for artistic success.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatercolor Warm Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/2_WatercolorWarmUp_1_480x480.jpg?v=1746629367\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake this time to practice with your paints to get into the groove of painting before tackling the main demo. This chapter will help you loosen up your brushwork, balance water to pigment, try different washes, explore wet-into-wet techniques, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan id=\"m_-8247701472862473134gmail-docs-internal-guid-e63add8b-7fff-25b9-1791-2ac7207a1145\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/3_SubjectandComp_480x480.jpg?v=1746623738\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn to analyze references without being controlled by them, exploring different compositions and lighting situations. Discover how creating a story for your work during planning becomes a powerful tool for achieving meaningful mood, and master Iain’s signature “Diagram” method for establishing a “cradle for the light.” Explore simplification strategies, what to include versus what to omit, and the “Onionskinning” technique of using tracing paper to refine drawings. Gain essential insights into portraying accurate water reflections, thinking in terms of shapes, versus “figure” or “boat,” and avoiding the common mistake of going too dark too quickly, transforming how you approach complex scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Mother Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/4_MotherWash_480x480.jpg?v=1746623770\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaster the foundational wash that ties everything together, establishes saved whites, sets mood, and creates atmosphere. Learn to anticipate what will happen with watercolor rather than just reacting — \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ethis is \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003ewhat Iain believes separates professionals from hobbyists.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Discover the perfect water-to-pigment ratio, effective paint application techniques, and how to create variegated washes. Embrace the slightly frightening nature of this stage as paint moves and tries to dry quickly, understanding that pushing through this discomfort leads to exceptional results in your painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDefine the Darks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/5_DefineDarks_480x480.jpg?v=1746623797\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eLearn to establish strategic dark values that provide visual anchors throughout your composition. Master techniques for maintaining control while painting around objects and preserving lights. Discover the importance of edge control, color temperature, and why painting from “a place of peace” is essential during this methodical process. Iain demonstrates how to balance water-to-pigment ratios for optimal control and shares techniques for creating colorful shadow areas that keep your painting alive with multiple color injections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBring in Color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/6_BringinColor_480x480.jpg?v=1746623825\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBuild up lighter tones and add depth to colorful elements while setting up for future layers. Iain emphasizes the critical importance of restraint — not going too strong in value too early, to preserve the lighting effect. Master drybrush crosshatch techniques for sunlit stucco, deep washes for newer surfaces, and light washes for shadows. Learn correct water-to-pigment ratios, the optimal order for color application, and techniques for creating various textures. Discover how to measure reflections accurately, alter color for depth, and avoid common problems while embracing imperfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eComplete the Color Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/7_CompleteColorSetup_480x480.jpg?v=1746623853\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eReview your painting and add color and value to all elements before building the next layer. Learn to establish a hierarchy of values with key darks, how to gray down colors to show distance or reduce importance, and techniques for simply yet effectively painting boats and figures. This crucial preparatory stage ensures your painting has the right foundation before moving to more detailed work in subsequent phases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSet Up the Darks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/8_SetupDarks_480x480.jpg?v=1746623884\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eNavigate the challenging “ugly stage” where paintings often look flat and directionless. Learn to use values effectively to follow your plan for gradually building form. Discover how to establish a hierarchy of darks, differentiate areas that seem similar in reference photos, and work strategically to avoid disturbing wet paint. Master techniques for adding small darks that create interest, use brushwork as suggested detail, and understand the principle of relativity in color and value. Gain practical color mixing tips to avoid mud and create colorful grays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFinal Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/9_FinalSetup_480x480.jpg?v=1746623910\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eTake a fresh look at your painting before making “big moves” or making final adjustments to create a proper underpainting for details. Learn to “circle the detail” by establishing fundamental form, color, and value. Master simple techniques for painting figures, the proper approach to “stacking stones” for accurate brick structures, and experience a thrilling preview of what’s to come as you apply a bold wash of phthalo green for shadow in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBuild Up Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/10_BuildupDetail_480x480.jpg?v=1746623950\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eGradually build depth through layers of paint that give your painting “pop” without overwhelming it. Master intuitive brushwork techniques during this more demanding stage that requires careful attention. Learn where to place darker details (and where to avoid them), how to maintain depth, techniques for suggesting rather than overstating details, and the secret to painting straight lines that enhance your architectural elements without making them appear rigid or mechanical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Final Move\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/11_FInalMove_480x480.jpg?v=1746623975\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAdd the dramatic U-shaped shadow that “cradles” your painting — a bold move requiring courage and preparation. Learn to mix rich, colorful darks and apply them with confidence, remembering that “if the tone doesn’t scare you, it’s likely not dark enough.” Master techniques for confident brushwork, wet-into-wet applications, avoiding blooms, adjusting edges, creating convincing reflections, and strategic lifting. This transformative final stage brings your painting together, creating the luminous quality that makes Iain’s Venetian scenes so captivating.\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iain Stewart","offers":[{"title":"Streaming","offer_id":46269384065281,"sku":"purple_cSGurUfhcijUFssg","price":117.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DVD","offer_id":46269384294657,"sku":"DIS2","price":117.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Streaming + DVD","offer_id":46269384556801,"sku":"purple_cSGurUfhcijUFssg","price":147.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/Stewart2Venice-2D.jpg?v=1746463085"}],"url":"https:\/\/painttube.tv\/en-ca\/collections\/falling-prices-10-4.oembed","provider":"PaintTube.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}