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The Artful Copy: How to Paint Like a Master

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Matisse, Picasso, and Van Gogh perfected their craft by copying the works of others. Try this time-honored tradition and find out why! Deconstruct and transcribe a masterwork using instructor and classically trained artist Molly Herman's tips on how to copy a painting. Learn the impressionist-like Bezold effect, and add a sculptural sense of depth with the dynamic impasto technique. Discover how to use glazing with transparent paints to bring cohesion and harmony to your piece, and enjoy a bonus lesson on color theory and working with a limited palette. Unlock the methods of the masters in this fun, fast-paced exploration of iconic artwork, and learn how to make any masterpiece your own!

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Introduction
  • Studying Artists & Their Techniques
  • Setting Up & Blocking In
  • Underpainting
  • Using the Bezold Effect
  • The Impasto Technique
  • Working with Glazes
  • The Finishing Touches
  • Color Mixing With a Limited Palette

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Molly Herman

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