A NOTE FROM THE PRODUCERS:

A NOTE FROM THE PRODUCERS:

A NOTE FROM THE PRODUCERS:

A NOTE FROM THE PRODUCERS:

A collection of leading artists from around the world share with you the best hints, tips and techniques in watercolour to help you develop as an artist.

Tip 1: Painting Figures & Animals with Confidence by Margaret Evans. Create a plump hen from a simple shape, using shadow and highlights to add textue.

Tip 2: Seasonal Landscapes by Keith Genwidk. Understand how the wetness of your brush and paper can have an impact upon texture.

Terry Harrison shows you how to successfully create natural looking watercolour landscapes every time with an exciting new range of unique brushes that he has designed, in his studio, for artists of all abilities.

On location at Marwell Zoo, Pip McGarry visits the Meerkat enclosure, where he demonstrates how to compose a quick sketch using live models! Continuing his search for a subject, Pip meets the keeper of the rhino area who introduces him to Kiri, a willing participant for Pip's first painting. Using oils, Pip explains how to begin painting and what to consider when painting wildlife.

"Many students and customers have asked when I would offer a portrait painting video to follow my portrait drawing video. David Leffel is a well-known oil painter in the Old Master style, and his working methods for portrait and still-life are among the best I have studied.

I have the pleasure of offering David's newest video, A Day With David A. Leffel, which demonstrates portrait painting from the live model before a live audience of workshop students.

Join John Salminen AWSdf, NWS as he uses the language of design to build a complex layered abstraction. The design analysis and thinking he uses may be applied to any subject or medium. John begins with simple objects as a springboard to suggest shapes and line. He then launches on a sequence of steps to create intriguing and unpredictable effects all the while using design principles to create a cohesive captivating painting.

A complete watercolour course featuring many fun and creative exercises - Easy to follow demonstrations - Working on 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" pieces of paper makes painting relaxed and stress free...with inspiring results! This video is packed with two hours of information for beginning or experienced artists. Our four camera setup ensures that you clearly see every step of the process.

Craig Nelson uses his quick studies approach to develop a portrait of an in-studio model, in a logical manner, from a line drawing to a beautiful three dimensional portrait. Craig discusses and demonstrates: lighting; preparing the painting surface; developing a ghost drawing to a final drawing; color selections; blocking in skin tones and hair; subtle adjustments to achieve lifelike flesh; when not to refine your strokes; and delicate brush work for successful hair.

Stop staring at blank canvas and start painting. With Craig Nelson’s simple method for still life, you’ll overcome your hesitation and kick start your career in oil. You’ll develop foundation skills, create a path for improvement, and even save money at the art store. You’ll build an affordable kit as Craig walks you through essential materials and navigates the pitfalls of store displays. You’ll learn to paint vibrant scenes with only four colors and four brushes.