{"product_id":"don-demers-painting-rocks-and-water-in-plein-air","title":"Don Demers: Painting rocks and water in plein air","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin-top: 24.0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; page-break-after: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"_i2r0t0j8kjbi\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 28.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003ePainting Rocks and Water in Plein Air: An Adirondack Waterfall with Don Demers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eA rushing waterfall in the woods is one of the hardest things a painter can take on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe water won’t hold still. The rocks are all angles and edges. The light shifts as the minutes go by, and there’s more information in front of you than any one painting could hold. It’s easy to freeze up — or to chase every detail and lose the scene entirely. In \u003ci\u003ePainting Rocks and Water in Plein Air,\u003c\/i\u003e internationally acclaimed oil painter Don Demers takes you deep into the Adirondacks and shows you how to work through it, step by patient step.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWith more than 40 years of professional experience, Don guides you through his complete plein air process as he develops the painting \u003ci\u003eThe Lower Flume\u003c\/i\u003e — a demonstration painting that went on to win \u003cb\u003eFirst Place in the\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ePlein Air Category at the 17th ARC Salon\u003c\/b\u003e. Working on location beneath the soft, descending forest light he calls \u003ci\u003e“benign light,”\u003c\/i\u003e he shows you how to break down a complex outdoor scene, build it in logical stages, and arrive at a finish that feels both honest and alive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eYou’ll see how Don moves from an abstract thumbnail sketch to a tonal underpainting, into a careful drawing in paint, and through every stage of building the painting toward its finish. Along the way, he explains the reasoning behind each decision — when to observe, when to invent, when to push, and when to leave well enough alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThroughout the course, Don shares the principles that underpin his award-winning work, including how to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eread a complex outdoor scene and simplify it into paintable relationships\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ebuild a painting in reliable, repeatable stages from thumbnail to finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003epaint rushing water with brushwork that mimics the movement of the water itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ecapture the angular, architectural character of rocks under soft light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ebalance careful observation with creative invention, so your painting reads true without being a copy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003ework outside with patience and focus, even when the light is shifting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eRooted in a long career as both a professional illustrator and a fine artist, Don draws on decades of studio discipline and a lifetime of painting from life. His teaching style is calm, generous, and clear — the kind of instruction that helps you connect what you already know with a reliable way of putting it to work on location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis course is ideal for intermediate to advanced artists who have a foundation in painting and are ready to move beyond frustration in the field toward plein air work that feels intentional, confident, and complete. And if you’re a beginner with some grasp of materials, you’ll find Don’s instruction friendly and easy to follow as he takes his time with tips for color mixing, brushwork, how to make corrections, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eIf you’re looking to strengthen your outdoor practice, paint water and rocks with more conviction, and develop a working process you can return to on any subject, \u003ci\u003ePainting Rocks and Water in Plein Air\u003c\/i\u003e offers a clear and practical path forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; page-break-after: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"_n5otkb5w63me\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 17.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eWhat You’ll Discover Inside:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDon’s complete \u003cb\u003enine-stage plein air process\u003c\/b\u003e for building an oil painting from thumbnail to finish — the same process behind an award-winning painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint \u003cb\u003erushing water and waterfalls\u003c\/b\u003e with brushwork that mimics the movement of the water itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to paint \u003cb\u003erocks that look like rocks\u003c\/b\u003e — angular, architectural, illuminated, and wet or dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe reasoning behind Don’s signature approach of \u003cb\u003eobservation plus invention\u003c\/b\u003e — when to paint what you see, and when to paint what you feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow \u003cb\u003e“benign light”\u003c\/b\u003e works in a forest scene, and how to manage color temperature beneath it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to use \u003cb\u003eedge manipulation, scumbling, and scrubbing transparent layers\u003c\/b\u003e to build depth and atmosphere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHow to tell when a painting is finished — and the two questions Don always asks himself at the end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e…and so much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; page-break-after: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"_9e0kz1bkxzqo\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 17.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eWhat This Course Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eFull-length plein air painting demonstration of \u003ci\u003eThe Lower Flume\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaterials Walk-Through: How Don sets up his plein air kit, and why\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eStart-to-Finish On-Location Demo of \u003ci\u003eThe Lower Flume\u003c\/i\u003e in the Adirondacks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eInterview with the Artist: Eric Rhoads sits down with Don to discuss his life, career, and philosophy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eExhibit of Works: Inspirational gallery of Don’s plein air and studio paintings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eHigh-Speed View of the demo for your enjoyment and reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt .5in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 4.0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; page-break-after: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"_bw33y3e9nro1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"font-size: 17.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eChapter Breakdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\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;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/8161\/8732\/files\/00_intro_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862745\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaterials\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\/01_materials_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862772\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Thumbnail\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_thumbnail_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862795\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe Underpainting Wash\u003c\/span\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_underpainting_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862826\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eRefine the Drawing\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_drawing_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862852\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eBlock in the Darks\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\/05_darks_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862881\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDevelop the Unified Whole\u003c\/span\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_unified_dd_480x480.jpg?v=1776862914\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eAdvance to Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; 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