This discussion goes over several common surface conditions the artist will encounter when painting moving water. I introduce the important concept of using of dark, medium and light lights for mapping.
Join Jonathan McPhillips for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Reliable Passage, a 12" x 9" oil painting capturing the iconic train bridge over the Cape Cod Canal. In this video demonstration, watch as Jonathan brings to life the structural ...
Kathy will set up a live still life using daffodils and whatever other spring flowers she can find, and demonstrate how to design and compose a strong block-in, and then, what to do next to bring the painting to a successful finish.
Mounting watercolor paper so there is minimal buckling is key to ensuring the painting can be framed flat under glass. In this video I demonstrate two different methods for mounting paper using simple materials and minimal time and effort!
Finishing the painting. Continue to wipe out and add paint to keep the value relationships, edge quality and design heading toward a pleasing result. Keep the shapes interesting and avoid sameness. Take frequent breaks, use a mirror, and keep your ...
The final layer of water is what sits on the top surface. This could be water itself in the form of a splash, or it could be a leaf or waterlily quite literally floating on top. I'll demonstrate developing the painting in preparation for the final ...
The final layer of water is what sits on the top surface. This could be water itself in the form of a splash, or it could be a leaf or waterlily quite literally floating on top. I'll demonstrate developing the painting in preparation for the final ...
