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Impressionist painting with a focus on light. Bring a luminous quality to your paintings you’ve never thought possible. Learn how to build a painting in one sitting, “alla prima”, and how to savor interesting brushwork. You will also learn the invaluable concepts of drawing, value, color, edges, and texture. Use these methods and knowledge to start your painting off right if you're a total beginner, or to take your painting style to the next level if you're more experienced. You’ve never painted like this before.

You can paint along with me during this entire course. I even have a camera angle that shows my palette as I'm mixing colors. You will learn crucial painting techniques in the process of creating a beautiful painting. Or feel free to just sit back and enjoy the show as I create a painting from scratch.

Also a materials list: you're free to use your own style of materials of course, but I'll list every single thing I use. This course is partial toward using oil paint, and I highly recommend it, however you can use acrylics also. Many of the concepts I discuss in this course apply to all mediums of art.

So take this course if you're ready to improve your painting with methods you've probably never seen before, and will have you thinking about painting in a new way. For all levels of painters.

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Learning objectives

Create an entire painting in one sitting
Understand impressionism and why it is so powerful
Understand how light works to make things look the way they do, and how to translate that into your paintings

Understand the concepts of drawing, values, color, edges, and texture
Learn the value of brushwork. so much can be said with so few brushstrokes.
Apply all of these concepts to let your own personal style develop

Create an entire painting in one sitting
Understand impressionism and why it is so powerful
Understand how light works to make things look the way they do, and how to translate that into your paintings
Understand the concepts of drawing, values, color, edges, and texture
Learn the value of brushwork. so much can be said with so few brushstrokes.
Apply all of these concepts to let your own personal style develop

Syllabus

Introduction, Preliminary Drawing Study

A quick intro, discussing what is Impressionism, and how we can use those concepts in our painting. Discussing the five main painting concepts: Drawing, Values, Color, Edges, Texture

Here you will find the downloadable resources needed for this painting course:

The reference photo that we will use for the painting, as well as a version overlaid with a simple grid, and a version overlaid with perspective lines.
The image of my charcoal drawing used as a preliminary study.
The image of my finished painting to use as a guide or for inspiration.
Materials list showing all the art supplies necessary to do this painting project.
A PDF of my discussion on the Five Main Painting Concepts, which includes examples of my work to demonstrate these concepts.

Here we do a preliminary drawing study in charcoal. This step enables us to study the drawing and values of our subject, and discover any problem areas while it's still this quick initial sketch, rather than finding them out during the painting process. Doing this initial drawing study will save many hours of painting.

In the "Downloadable Materials" lecture above you will find a hi-res image of the drawing I made in this video.

Creating the Painting

Here I perform the underpainting, and discuss how it relates to the Preliminary Drawing Study we just did. I discuss the simplified color palette we use during this stage.

Also a bonus explanation on how to clean your brushes and your palette.

Here we add paint on top of our underpainting, the first step in working our way through the entire piece toward our finished painting. In this stage we do the main "characters" of our painting, the trolley and the nearby car, as well as some distant city lights.

Continuing our painting, we do the ground, making it look like a wet reflective street. We then begin working on the buildings on either side.

We finish the buildings, do the sky, and any other details necessary to polish the painting up. Plus a bit of a recap on a lot of concepts used in making this painting come together.

Wrapping Up

Here we summarize the entire painting process, from charcoal sketch to the last brush stroke. We also touch again on several concepts utilized during the painting.

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Teaches Impressionism, which is standard in the art industry

Taught by Christopher Clark, who is recognized for their work in painting

Examines light, which is highly relevant to painting

Develops Drawing, Values, Color, Edges, and Texture, which are core skills for painting

Taught through brushwork, which helps learners create expressive paintings

Designed for all levels of painters, making it accessible

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Impressionism - Paint this Night Cityscape in Oil or Acrylic with these activities:

Course Materials Compilation

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Organize your course materials, including notes, assignments, and quizzes, by compiling them into a central location. This will make it easier for you to refer to and review the materials as needed.

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Gather all of your course materials
Create a system for organizing the materials
Store the materials in a central location

Impressionism in Art

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Before the class begins, get a general overview of the Impressionism movement and the key concepts that will be covered in the course. This will give you a solid foundation to build upon during the class sessions.

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Read the book's introduction and first chapter
Identify the key concepts and ideas introduced
Research the historical context of Impressionism

Light and Color in Painting

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Supplement your understanding of light and color in painting by reading a book on the subject. This will provide you with a deeper understanding of how to use these elements effectively in your paintings.

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Read the book's chapters on light and color
Identify the key concepts and ideas introduced
Apply the concepts to your own painting

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Brushwork Techniques

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Improve your brushwork techniques during the course by following guided tutorials that demonstrate the various techniques used in Impressionist painting.

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Watch a tutorial on different brush sizes and shapes
Practice using different brushes on a canvas or paper
Experiment with different brushstrokes to create different effects

Color Mixing Exercises

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Reinforce your understanding of color theory and practice mixing colors by completing exercises designed to enhance your skills in this area.

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Mix primary colors to create secondary colors
Mix complementary colors to create neutral colors
Experiment with different color combinations to create different effects

Peer Critique and Feedback

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Engage in peer critique and feedback sessions with other students to provide and receive constructive criticism on your work. This will help you identify areas for improvement and enhance your skills.

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Share your artwork with a peer
Provide constructive criticism and feedback
Receive constructive criticism and feedback
Make revisions to your artwork based on feedback

Landscape Painting

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Put your skills to the test by starting a project to paint a landscape using the techniques you've learned in the course. This will allow you to apply your knowledge and create a tangible piece of art.

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Choose a landscape scene to paint
Sketch the scene on canvas or paper
Mix and apply colors to the canvas or paper
Use Impressionist techniques to create the desired effect

Career center

Learners who complete Impressionism - Paint this Night Cityscape in Oil or Acrylic will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Painter

Painters use paint to create works of art on canvas or other surfaces. This course is designed for both beginners and experienced painters who want to learn more about Impressionism. The course covers the basic concepts of Impressionism, as well as more advanced techniques. Taking this course will help you develop the skills you need to become a successful painter.

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Artist

Artists use a variety of mediums, including oil and acrylic paints, to create visual artworks. This course provides instruction in Impressionism, one of the most important art movements in history. Whether you are a novice or an experienced artist, this course will help you develop your painting skills and techniques.

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Professor (Art History)

Professors (Art History) teach courses on the history of art, including Impressionism. This course may be useful for gaining a comprehensive understanding of Impressionism, as well as the skills needed to teach this subject at the university level.

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Writer (Art Criticism)

Writers (Art Criticism) write about art and art movements for newspapers, magazines, and online publications. This course can help develop a critical understanding of Impressionism, as well as the skills needed to write insightful and informative art criticism.

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Illustrator

Illustrators create visual images to communicate ideas and stories. This course will help to develop the painting and drawing skills needed to succeed as an Illustrator, as Impressionism emphasizes the use of color, light, and brushwork to create realistic and evocative images.

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Curator

Curators oversee collections of art and cultural artifacts. This course can help build a foundation in Impressionism, a significant art movement that continues to influence contemporary art. Understanding Impressionism can be advantageous for Curators who work with collections that include Impressionist paintings or for those who curate exhibitions on Impressionism.

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Museum Educator

Museum Educators develop and deliver educational programs for museum visitors. This course may be useful for gaining knowledge about Impressionism, a significant art movement that continues to be popular with museum visitors. Understanding Impressionism can help Museum Educators better interpret and explain Impressionist artworks to visitors.

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Fine Art Photographer

Fine Art Photographers use photography as an art form to create images that are aesthetically pleasing and thought-provoking. This course may be helpful for developing the compositional and lighting skills needed to create fine art photographs, as Impressionism is an art movement that emphasizes these elements.

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Scenic Designer

Scenic Designers design the visual elements of stage productions, including the sets, lighting, and costumes. This course may be useful for developing an understanding of Impressionism and its use of light, color, and composition. This knowledge can help Scenic Designers create visually appealing and emotionally resonant stage designs.

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Art teacher

Art Teachers educate students in the visual arts, which includes painting and drawing. This course may be useful for building a foundation in Impressionism and developing the skills needed to teach these concepts to students.

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Designer

Designers use visual elements to create products, environments, and experiences. This course may be useful for developing the skills needed to create visually appealing designs that are informed by Impressionism, an art movement that emphasizes light, color, and atmosphere.

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Urban Planner

Urban Planners develop plans and policies for the development and use of land. This course can help build an understanding of Impressionism and its impact on the built environment and urban design.

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Graphic designer

Graphic Designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. This course may be useful for gaining knowledge on Impressionism and its impact on design, as many design principles are based on Impressionist theories.

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Teacher

Teachers at various levels of education (K-12) educate students in a variety of subjects, including art and visual arts. This course may be useful for developing the skills needed to teach Impressionism and other art movements to students.

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Art Director

Art Directors oversee the visual aspects of creative projects, including paintings and illustrations. This course, Impressionism - Paint this Night Cityscape in Oil or Acrylic, may be useful for developing the visual skills, techniques, and knowledge needed to succeed in this role.

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