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Alla Prima update, more details on painting daffodils, and modern abstract art. July 26, 2011 |
Hello!Table of Contents![]() * Alla Prima Finale! Alla Prima updateA while ago, we added a page that talks about Alla Prima painting. Along with the demonstration, I mentioned I may be coming back with a touch up. Having done this however, de-classifies this work as a true Alla Prima and it now falls into the realm of layering. That's OK, very few mediums will afford you this luxury. To come back and play! You can get to the article from the "More Lessons" navigation button, or click on the links below. Here it is:
In this demonstration, I've picked apart the painting and given some insight into how to break this very complex blossom into bite sized portions that are easy to follow. Learning to paint this blossom will help you be able to paint the full vase!
You can get to the full demo from the "Flower Painting" navigation button, or click on the links below! How to paint the daffodil, a step by step approach.
This article explores modern/abstract art's start, and some things you didn't probably know happened behind the scene! As time goes on, we will explore the many methods used today to create it using oil paint techniques. You can find this full article under the "Short Art History" button on the Nav bar or click the links below for both articles.
Modern Abstract art, and how you can produce it! This article talks about what boosted this genre of art to be one of our favorite! Though the idea was to hurt the U.S. Government, it brought into play a really free thinking environment for us Artists! And opened the door to an expression of free speech that hasn't seen better days! Click the link to discover more. What fueled the fire to super boost Modern Abstract art! Your Paintings!OK, lets talk a little about this section of the site. We have had a few submissions of some really great art, but with little or no content. Because of that, I can't post them.Why you ask? Well, seeing a great painting only peaks our interest. Questions like:
I can't tell you how enjoyable it is as an artist to see how others apply their craft and how their work space is set up. So don't be bashful, let us explore your art in a more personable way. Explain your art to help us understand what went behind it's creation!
TestimonialsOn another subject, my web guru says I need to change some things up a bit. I've gotten some great responses from those using the technique, and these were usually in the form of emails, etc. I'd like to expand this area.
I also take advice! Revisions to the site and e-book/DVD have come from folks like you. I've got thick skin (if you're an artist, it is a necessity) so don't hold back. If there is a need for improvement someplace, feel free to let me know. Now for folks that have a you can get the e-book for it. A Tablet is a hand held reading device like the "Kindle", that allows purchases of books that can be read virtually anywhere! I don't think you will find a better bargain for this complete art lesson including the photos! And now with Kindle Color, wow! What a great way to study art!
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You can follow me, and I'll follow you back, but do reply to me that you are following so's I can follow you back! just tweet an "@delmus" in your tweet box! Well I hope the information was useful to you. Future ezines will be in a similar format, just different information. Let me know what you think! Have I helped you in any way? Twitter me, or drop me an email. I would love to see some of your work! Till next time! This is Delmus Phelps wishing you a happy painting day!
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