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Demonstration: "Glory to Green" 12x16 Oil
You can ransom your painting from being kidnapped by green.
Jun 28
Leading the Eye: A Myth?
and a painting demonstration!
May 3
Oil Demonstration: Cleft, 10x8 Oil
Despite a snowstorm, the summery weather now continues!
Mar 8
Lake Ice - Oil Demonstration
I thought I’d share with you the progress steps for one of my “lake ice” paintings.
Feb 15
Demonstration: A Mountain of Greens
Using the New Greens from Gamblin
Jan 18
Not Plein Air: Still Life
Why, what and how
Sep 21, 2025
Demonstration Followup: Rocks with Sun, Fog and Flair
A study in different lighting conditions
Sep 14, 2025
Reminder: Art School Live!
In case you forgot or missed it!
Sep 11, 2025
Upcoming Demo: Art School Live!
Join Eric Rhoads and me for Art School Live!
Sep 4, 2025
Oil Demonstration: Under the Cliff, 8x10 Oil
Color temperature relationships is key!
Aug 24, 2025
Should You Paint the Background First?
A pastel demo: Evening Tide 14x18 Pastel
Aug 17, 2025
Demo: Ebbing, 8x10 Oil
Sometimes, getting the right contrast is a struggle!
Aug 3, 2025
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