Notan is a Japanese word for light-dark, and consists of a two value arrangement of shapes. It can be used to define and simplify shape and value patterns. Notan (two values) and four value designs are not based on how we actually see the world; they are constructs that we can use to see and […]
Variety- Intervals and Shapes
Nature has infinite variety. Yet the more you observe it and learn about it, you see there are “rules” which govern the seemingly chaotic look of things. For example, trees in general grow in a certain way, which will vary from species to species. But, the idea of “taper” (that is, the gradual diminution in […]
Modern vs Mineral– What’s the Difference?
What’s the difference between modern pigments and traditional mineral based pigments? In a word: chroma! Specifically, the effect on chroma when these colors are mixed or tinted. In this video you’ll learn the difference. P.S. Our six week course Practical Color Mixing for Landscape Painters starts this Friday, February 2nd! Learn how to mix accurately […]
Learn to Key Your Landscape
Landscape painters need to have a good understanding of the importance of value in successfully depicting the landscape on a two dimensional surface. In order to have our painting ‘read’, that is to show the planes of the landscape as well as its depth, atmosphere and scale, proper values are essential. As we’ve previously written, […]
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Poster Studies and Deconstructed Color Studies
Poster studies and deconstructed color studies are a great way to take color notes outdoors, choose a color harmony for a studio painting, and study color choices in master works. In this video, you’ll learn the difference and how to employ these useful tools in your own work! Our online course Practical Color Mixing for […]