Discover How to Make Your Wildlife Paintings Come ALIVE!
Master the art of capturing light, color, and life in your wildlife paintings with Dustin Van Wechel's groundbreaking 3-stage process. Transform your art from dull to dynamic and make every brushstroke count!
Available in both Streaming and DVD Formats
Close your eyes for a moment.
Imagine yourself standing at the edge of a serene, sun-kissed lake. The air is crisp, carrying with it the unmistakable scent of autumn leaves. A gentle breeze whispers through the rustling foliage.
Before you, a picturesque scene unfolds — a magnificent trumpeter swan, its pure white feathers glistening in the warm golden light, comes to rest gracefully on the tranquil waters. Its reflection dances on the surface, creating a mirage of elegance and tranquility.
As you immerse yourself in this breathtaking wilderness, you can almost hear the soft ripples of the water, the distant call of migrating birds, and the subtle rustling of leaves.
In this moment, you feel a profound connection to the natural world — a deep sense of peace that can only be found in the heart of the wilderness.
Now, imagine being able to not only witness this idyllic moment, but also recreate it on canvas with your own brushstrokes.
Unfortunately for many artists who dream of painting such a timeless scene, this vision quickly becomes a frustrating reality as they attempt to bring the beauty of the wild onto the canvas.
If you love to paint wildlife…
But you’re tired of your nature scenes looking flat and lifeless…
…and you find yourself frustrated and confused, exclaiming, “Why can’t I get the light right in my paintings?” or “My brushwork is terrible!”...
…you’re not alone.
The reason is quite simple, according to award-winning artist Dustin Van Wechel.
There’s a methodical process to making your art come alive — and if you don’t have a clear idea on what this process is…
Well, you can bet your paintings will turn out dull and muddy, with poor value contrasts and lacking the essence of the scene that once inspired you.
Dustin faced this frustrating issue too, and it led him to develop a groundbreaking 3-stage painting process where every brushstroke, every color mix, and every texture is carefully considered.
Simply put, his process makes it so much easier for you to create winning works of art.
Why is this process so brilliant?
Because Dustin has spent years perfecting it.
He wanted to create art that not only had clean colors and bold value contrasts, but also offered viewers more to discover through surface textures.
By adopting Dustin’s approach, you'll learn to keep your colors clean, your textures rich, and your values accurate.
This isn’t just a course, it’s a roadmap to mastering the skills to make your paintings come alive — no matter what you’re painting!
You’ll gain the skills to create a strong sense of light and add depth and interest to your paintings through unique color usage, textures, and bold value contrasts.
With this skill in hand, you’re going to transform all of your work from mundane to mesmerizing.
You’ll know how to expertly capture the essence of your subjects that connects emotionally with your viewers.
That means no more feeling frustrated with muddy colors. No more paintings with bad value contrasts.
Instead, you’re going to paint works of art that not only look alive, but feel alive!
Here’s the best part:
Dustin is going to share his very own secrets to painting wildlife — specifically, a gorgeous white trumpeter swan — for this demo.
(Fun fact: Trumpeter swans were an endangered species and at one time were thought to be on the very brink of extinction — but conservation efforts have been successful and these majestic birds are no longer endangered. It’s extremely fun and rewarding to paint one, as you’ll soon see.)
You’re going to get VIP-class seating (in the comfort of your own studio) to learn from this amazing, award-winning artist.
Get ready to get your fill of mind-blowing painting techniques that will make your brush hand tremble with colorful excitement.
Before we get into what Dustin will share with you, let’s get to know him a little better!
Meet Your New Instructor,
Dustin Van Wechel!
Discover Dustin’s oil painting secrets in his brand new course!
Dustin’s artistic journey has been nothing short of remarkable.
His work has graced the walls of such prestigious institutions as the National Museum of Wildlife Art, the Autry Museum of the American West, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, the Booth Western Art Museum, the Briscoe Western Art Museum, and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
His mastery in capturing the essence of wildlife has not gone unnoticed. Among his many awards are the 2018 People’s Choice Award at the Buffalo Bill Art Show & Sale, the Bob Kuhn Award for Wildlife at the Masters of the American West Show in both 2015 and 2022, and the Premier Platinum Award at the Buffalo Bill Art Show & Sale in 2015. His work has also been featured in leading art publications such as Fine Art Connoisseur, Art of the West, Western Art Collector Magazine, Southwest Art, The Artist’s Magazine, The Pastel Journal, and Drawing Magazine.
“Painting wildlife not only provides me with a well of opportunity to communicate my personal experiences and perceptions of my subjects, but also yields a window into understanding what moves me as an artist.”
— Dustin Van Wechel
Dustin's work is currently represented by Trailside Galleries online, Illume Gallery West, Settlers West Galleries, and the Broadmoor Galleries in Colorado Springs, CO, where he lives with his wife, Yvonne.
This is your golden opportunity to learn from an artist who has not only achieved technical mastery, but also understands the emotional and philosophical depths that art can reach.
With Dustin as your guide, you’re not just learning to paint, you’re learning to connect with the essence of your subjects in a way that will elevate your artwork.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from a true master of wildlife painting!
Introducing Dustin Van Wechel’s Brand NEW
Oil Painting Course:
Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl
Inside Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl, you’ll discover Dustin’s proven 3-stage painting process that will make your paintings come alive.
He’s going to demonstrate his techniques and approach with a piece called A Good Morning Stretch so you can see how it all connects.
Dustin will guide you from the initial concept to the final brushstroke, all while emphasizing the power of light and color.
Paint along as he shares his approach on:
Developing the background, the swan, and the water…
Painting convincing leaves and grasses without painting every leaf or blade…
Shadows, and how to avoid having them look like black holes…
Water and reflections…
Creating a sense of softness for the swan…
Accurate form for white subjects…
Mixing whites for light and shadow…
…and so many more tips, you’re going to run out of notepads!
You’re going to hear his thought process — a treasure trove of insights that will deepen your understanding of wildlife art.
To put it simply, Dustin shares EVERYTHING you can think of about painting light and color — white subject, brushes, color mixing, edges, design, and much more.
You’ll discover techniques like:
Underpainting and layering — critical foundations of any great painting…
Accurate color mixing to never paint muddy colors ever again…
Key palette knife techniques that will add texture and depth to your work…
How to achieve luminous whites…
How to paint natural elements like tree trunks, grasses, and water…
Brushwork techniques for better expression…
…and so much more!
If you’re an artist passionate about wildlife painting but struggle with color accuracy, or perhaps you’re puzzled about why your work lacks that professional touch, this course is going to be a game-changer for you.
3 Common Mistakes
If you’ve tried painting convincing wildlife scenes in the past, the roadblocks you’re facing often boil down to three core issues:
Inconsistent values
Muddy color mixing
Insufficient paint application for the desired opacity
Dustin meticulously designed this course to tackle each of these challenges.
After this course, your paintings are sure to come alive!
What Dustin Van Wechel Will Share Inside
Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl
Discover the Power of Light and Color
Dustin Van Wechel has spent years perfecting his unique 3-stage process to breathe life into his paintings. This course is your chance to gain access to his treasure trove of knowledge. Dustin will guide you through his systematic approach to achieving a powerful sense of light and color in your paintings. You'll learn how to keep your colors clean, your textures rich, and your values accurate.
By the end of this course, you’ll be painting wildlife with a newfound sense of light and color that will captivate your audience. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a master!
Master the Art of Texture and Value
One of the most challenging aspects of wildlife painting is achieving the right texture and value to make the subject come alive. In Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl, Dustin will demonstrate techniques like underpainting, scumbling, and impasto to help you create depth and rich layers of textures. You’ll also learn how to mix colors accurately and use the palette knife to add depth and dimension to your work.
This course is a game-changer for anyone struggling with muddy colors and poor value contrasts. With Dustin’s guidance, you’ll overcome these common challenges and elevate the quality of your wildlife paintings.
Steps to Make Your Painting Come Alive
Struggling to understand why your paintings lack the quality you’re looking for? This course addresses the core issues many artists face: incorrect values, muddy color mixing, and insufficient paint application. Dustin's 3-stage process provides a roadmap that can be easily followed, allowing you to focus on enhancing your skills rather than fixing mistakes.
By adopting these techniques, you’ll not only improve the quality of your paintings, you’ll also gain the confidence to tackle more complex subjects. This is your opportunity to improve your skills even further and create paintings that truly feel alive!
Available in both Streaming and DVD Formats
Here’s a small taste of what’s inside Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl:
Discover Dustin Van Wechel’s 3-stage painting process to make your wildlife painting (or any painting) come alive!
How to “cheat” when selecting reference images so it’s easier to paint a winning painting…
How to choose light that evokes a mood…
How to translate color to improve its dramatic effects when working from photographs…
How to combine photographic references using traditional methods, as well as using modern methods with photo-editing software
Amazing tips on how to manipulate your brushwork to enhance effects and create a “sparkle” that delights viewers…
Keys to build a strong sense of light (never forget these)...
Tip for newbies: Why a subject with dramatic contrasts is easier to paint than the subtleties of indirect light…
Why Dustin loves using flats and doesn’t need any other style of brush…
Secrets to using color to inject more life into the painting…
Painting formulas! How to get instant depth in your paintings (just watch and apply!)...
How to achieve clean color every single time…
Tips to SEE like an artist! Do this, and all your paintings will have life and authenticity…
How to avoid chalky mixes and get rich color…
Texture-building with a palette knife, giving a sense of depth and detail with little effort…
How to get automatic interest and variation by using different tools within the same area of the painting…
How to paint leaves and grasses without painting every leaf or blade…
How to paint realistic logs/fallen trees…
The two decisions that put you on the path to successful wildlife paintings…
How to open up shadows so they don’t become black holes…
How to paint water and reflections…
How to paint the color white in light and shadow…
…and so many more incredible insights straight from an award-winning artist!
Available in both Streaming and DVD Formats
Discover Dustin Van Wechel’s Award-Winning Secrets in Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl!
Video Length: 7 hours (2 discs)
Course Sections
Introduction
Build the Painting with Photo References
Tools & Materials
Block-In
Develop the Background
Develop the Swan
Develop the Water
Refine the Painting
Extra Bonuses
A High Speed timelapse of the demonstration painting for your enjoyment
Insights on art and inspiration from Dustin Van Wechel (interview)
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Exhibit of Dustin Van Wechel’s works for your creative inspiration
Available in both Streaming and DVD Formats
If you feel you’re not progressing with your skills…
…or if you’re an artist who wants to know the “secret sauce” that makes a painting truly come alive…
…then you've already made a choice by reading this far.
You’re not just looking for another painting course; you’re seeking a transformation, a new way of seeing and capturing the world around you.
With Dustin Van Wechel’s Painting Wildlife: Birds and Waterfowl, you’re not just learning techniques, you’re embracing a whole new artistic identity.
Soon you’ll become an artist who knows the steps to make any painting come alive — not just wildlife.
Don’t forget…
Very few instructors have the same level of experience as Dustin Van Wechel…
There are two options for you now…
You can go back to what you’ve been doing — continue the frustrating trial-and-error of various approaches and techniques until you find the answer…
OR…
You can shortcut your learning process and simply watch how Dustin Van Wechel does it.
You don’t even have to think or figure things out — just listen and absorb information while you follow along.
In just one sitting, you’re going to discover how to create successful paintings that get noticed.
Available in both Streaming and DVD Formats
For much less than the price of a workshop, you get to learn career-defining techniques from a brilliant artist and instructor…
…plus, you can watch this video course again and again — for life!
We highly recommend you go through this course at least twice to cement the lessons into your subconscious.
Soon you will learn the skills to produce artwork that viewers will love and collectors will desire!
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To your success!
Eric Rhoads, Publisher
PaintTube.tv
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