Jimmy Longacre_subjective realist landscape paintings_WORKSHOP_Putting Spontaneity and Improvisation Into Your Painting
Nothing enhances spontaneity and improvisation like careful planning! Contradictory as that may sound, having a clear idea of where you want a painting to go, and how you will get there is the key to you having more fun, and learning to paint better. This workshop will cover essential information and skills necessary for your success in plein air and studio painting. It is not intended to teach a painting “method”, but to provide the information you need to “play” and grow as a painter in a directed and meaningful manner. • You will learn the working principle and huge benefits of using NOTAN sketches to prepare your painting plan. You will learn how NOTAN can pave the way to a more confident understanding key design and composition principles. • After presenting the basic subject matter, which includes the concept and logic of Notan and its relationship to composition, and color, I will demonstrate and answer questions. •...