Paint & Clay

It's easy to focus on the wrong things in painting, it's also easy to emphasize style over content. In this episode, artist Kenn Backhaus and Gabor discuss how artists can avoid falling into these common pitfalls. To learn more about Kenn visit his website: https://www.kennbackhaus.com/ To learn more about his 365 Day Online mentoring course with TAAO: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/kenn-...

Australian artist Colley Whisson explains how to add depth to your paintings through the careful placement of color and value. One simple trick he suggests for reading the value of a scene might really surprise you! If you want to learn more about Colley's new Video series visit: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/colley-whisson-monochrome-to-color-instructional-video If you are interested in more...

Matt Smith follows up with his last podcast episode (Matt Smith's Color Palette) with his philosophy behind using synthetic colors, which change the spectral transmittance or reflectance of the paint. His pointers: experiment and know your limits. If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blogInstagram  https://www.instagram.c...

Mitch Baird and Gabor go over Mitch's home studio set up, noting optimal ways to light your creative space.   If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/  Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline

How do you come up with a color palette - especially one that is conducive to field painting? In this episode of Paint & Clay Matt and Gabor explore how Matt developed his palette and discuss the specific colors he uses.  If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook...

It’s okay, even necessary, to relinquish control when painting with watercolors. Staying within the lines might be good for coloring books, but not watercolorists conclude Andy and Gabor as they delve into the issues that arise with "wet on wet" painting. If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagra...

Mitch and Gabor go over the best types of solvents to use for thinning paint and cleaning your brushes. The Key is finding a substance that evaporates out of the pigment. If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline

How do you go about capturing the character of a scene? Andy answers this by highlighting the importance of working from life, which causes you to react immediately to seasonal changes in the environment. If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook...

Mitch Baird and Gabor recall how difficult it can be to paint when the sun is setting. Mitch says the key to "reactive painting" is to work quickly, focusing only on value and color. The goal is not to get a complete painting, but to gather information.  If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram...

In this episode Andy Evansen and Gabor discuss how water color artists are often influenced by previous artists in their geographic region. Andy sites Trevor Chamberlain, the British watercolorist, as one of his primary influences, noting the simplicity in his compositions. The two then go on to discuss ways to develop your unique voice as a watercolor artist. If you are interested in more free co...

There seems to be some misinformation about Plein Air painting (it's actually just outdoor painting ). Skip Whitcomb will clear up a few things on this topic.  Skip Whitcomb online course: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/skip-whitcomb-color-painting-online-art-workshop If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagra...

Painting the character of a scene is something that we all need to take into consideration. Otherwise, you will paint by a formula. Andy Evansen will explain his thought process behind this topic.  If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook.c...

Drawing one of the most essential parts of painting and sculpting. Mitch will give you a deeper insight into this topic. We hope this will make you think more about drawing.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/   Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline   You Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIwOVlqiWWLtiGlxqbIn5w Pinterest https://www.pin...

Laura Robb is the master of edges in her paintings. She uses them to move our eyes around the image. She will discuss her thinking on this very important topic.   Follow us on:  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/   Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline You Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIwOVlqiWWLtiGlxqbIn5w   Pinterest https://...

Ned Mueller will discuss his experience of working with multiple figures in a painting. Since he has been painting and drawing for over 50 years you know that he will have tips for you to use in your next painting.  Follow us on:  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline You Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIwOVlq...

Simon Kogan is a sculptor who extracts the inner being of his subjects. This topic is always an exciting one for all of us since it is no right or wrong but the execution is what will tell the story.  Follow us on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline You Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIwOVlqiWWLtiGlxqbIn5w Pinte...

Painting from life is one of the most important things you have to do in order to improve your work. In this episode, George Strickland will share his insights on this topic.  If you are interested in more free content make sure to visit our blog at: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/blog Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taaonline/ Facebook https://business.facebook.com/TucsonArtAcademyOnline