The last video in a study of lights and darks in oil painting. In this edition, I'm painting a tree up in the front. Watch to see how it creates depth in the painting.
Read MoreLights and Darks in Oil Painting (Part 3)
This is part 3 of an oil painting series studying lights and darks.
Read MoreLights and Darks in Oil Painting
In this oil painting, I'm using only white and black paint - looking at contrasts
Read MoreFour Seasons Oil Painting
I don't know if you've ever seen a "four seasons" oil painting, but in this video I walk you through some of the transition points. I've only done a couple of these over the years. They're pretty challenging.
Read MorePallet Knife Painting (Part 5)
In this video, I'm completing the pallet knife painting. If you've never tried to paint with a pallet knife, pick one up and give it a try!
Read MorePallet Knife Painting (Part 4)
In this pallet knife painting, I'm beginning to put the finishing touches on the waterfall.
Read MorePallet Knife Painting (Part 2)
This is part 2 of my oil painting series working with a pallet knife. Check out the video below.
Read MorePallet Knife Painting
I've always enjoyed painting with a pallet knife but don't get to much anymore. This video is the first of several in which I'll complete a whole painting.
Read MoreHow to Change an Oil Painting You Don't Like (Part 6)
This is my final oil painting in my "how to change" series. I've replaced the cardinal that was originally in the painting with a squirrel. Check it out and let me know what you think.
Read MoreHow to Change an Oil Painting You Don't Like (Part 5)
I'm working on making a tree branch look real in this oil painting.
Read MoreHow to Change an Oil Painting You Don't Like (Part 4)
I'm getting to the second half of this oil painting series - replacing/changing an oil painting that just wasn't getting the job done.
Read MoreHow to Change an Oil Painting You Don't Like (Part 3)
This is part three of me working on an oil painting that I want to change. Originally this tree branch had a cardinal sitting on it. I've wiped out the cardinal and now continue in this video rebuilding/adding to the branch.
Read MoreHow to Change an Oil Painting You Don't Like (Part 2)
This is part 2 of changing an oil painting that you don't like. In part 1, I wiped out a cardinal that was in the center of the oil painting. Now I'm considering what direction I want to take the painting. I'm noticing the light in the background and I have to consider the tree branch in the foreground of the painting. Click "read more" to check out the video.
Read MoreUnderstanding Values in Oil Painting - Part 3
In this video, I contrast the values of three VERY different oil paintings.
The first oil painting is a snow scene which features a bridge, a frozen river, and a church. You'll notice the "coolness" of the painting and how your eye is drawn to the light.
The second painting is a much warmer scene, a hillside pumpkin patch next to a really neat lane and an old barn. Again, your eye will be drawn to the areas of light.
Finally, the last painting is more "neutral," featuring a mountain surrounded by clouds. It's a very overcast day. In the foreground is a cabin on a cliff, which overlooks the foggy background.
Understanding Values in Oil Painting - Part 2
This is part 2 of a video in which I'm working through a color chart with two very different paintings. The first is of a mountain scene and the second is a landscaping/flower scene. These painting are VERY different, but you'll see how the color chart helps you in both.
Read MoreUnderstanding Values in Oil Painting
If you've been around oil painting for any length of time, you've seen color charts. In the video below, I show you a couple of different paintings against the color chart on top.
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