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Intimacy in painting is unrelated to the motif of

Intimacy in painting is unrelated to the motif of the work. It comes from the painter who has the ability to truly look themself in the eye, and manage to not deceive themself about their rationale for painting what they paint. I hope this skill can be learned.

MARCELA (detail), 2016
Oil on linen
154.9 X 81.3 cm / 61 X 32 in
Private collection

CHARLOTTE, 2016. Oil on linen, 205.7 X 81.3 cm / 8

CHARLOTTE, 2016. Oil on linen,
205.7 X 81.3 cm / 81 X 32 in

VALERIE (detail), 2016. Oil on linen, 81.3 X 157.5

VALERIE (detail), 2016. Oil on linen, 81.3 X 157.5 cm / 32 X 62 in. Private collection.

CHARLOTTE II, 2016. Oil on linen, 162.6 X 162.6 cm

CHARLOTTE II, 2016. Oil on linen,
162.6 X 162.6 cm / 64 X 64 in

CHARLOTTE (detail), 2016. Oil on linen, 205.7 X 81

CHARLOTTE (detail), 2016. Oil on linen,
205.7 X 81.3 cm / 81 X 32 in

JADE II, 2016. Oil on linen, 182.9 X 132.1 cm / 72

JADE II, 2016. Oil on linen,
182.9 X 132.1 cm / 72 X 52 in

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I often use a high chroma underpainting in my work, enjoying the "energy" it gives the painting. Learn about why to use a vibrant colour for your underpainting/imprimatura, and how to navigate some of the challenges it presents.

If you have any questions please leave them in the comments. Enjoy!

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Using vibrant underpaintings in oil paint

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In this demo, you'll see the first and second pass on the eyes and nose of "Nova", a 65" x 45" oil painting. During the video, I talk about the difference between the first and second pass (and my approach to both), as well as how to create a sense of form by interrupting the contour.

If you enjoy this demo, the entire painting process (7 hours and 48 minutes of video!) is available here: https://nicolesleethatelier.com/register/painting-nova/

Colours used:
Gamblin Titanium White
Gamblin Transparent Earth Red
Williamsburg Permanent Crimson
Gamblin Cadmium Red Light
Gamblin Raw Sienna
Gamblin Cadmium Lemon
Gamblin Phthalo Green
Williamsburg Ultramarine Blue

In the second pass section, there are a few small clips missing, meaning you'll see changes to the painting without my actually painting them. Sorry about this! I don't have access to my original footage at the moment so I can't fix it right now but I hope it isn't too disruptive.

If you have any questions please leave them in the comments. Enjoy!

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Oil painting demo - first/second pass and creating a sense of form

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Welcome to this demonstration of painting an eye! In this video, you can see the process of painting the eye in this portrait, focusing on edges and implied detail.

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments!

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Eye Painting Demonstration

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ENJOY 20% OFF all videos or memberships until December 31 2022! Use code "ATELIER2023" at https://nicolesleethatelier.com

Welcome to this demonstration of painting "Koksilah Study #1", a 6" x 4" figure study. I paint these studies as a way to try out new colour combinations, ideas, and because they're just plain fun.

The fully narrated, 2-hour demonstration is available exclusively for members of Nicole Sleeth Atelier. Membership gets you access to all past videos, including drawing, shading, and painting courses, as well as members-only content, live painting sessions with Q&A, and new content as it is added. To join, visit nicolesleethatelier.com/koksilah

In the full version, learn about my use of photo reference, see a censored version of the photo reference, learn about the effect of outdoor light and surroundings on skin colours, and motivations behind the current new series of paintings. It's an intimate look at not only the technical aspects of painting, but the philosophical and emotional sides as well.

Colours used:
Gamblin Titanium White
Kama Pigments Fluorescent Magenta, Orange, and Yellow
Gamblin Perylene Red
Gamblin Cadmium Lemon
Gamblin Cadmium Orange
Winsor & Newton Cadmium Green Pale
Winsor & Newton Sap Green
Gamblin Phthalo Green
Williamsburg Ultramarine Blue
Winsor & Newton Purple Lake

This study is already sold, but others are available here: nicolesleeth.com/shop. Free shipping until December 31 2022!

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Oil painting demonstration - small figure study

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When creating an oil painting, colour can be applied in "pieces", like a mosaic, to demonstrate a richer, more realistic effect. This colour mixing exercise is a fantastic learning experience for beginner painters, or anyone who wants to improve their approach to colour.

These excerpts from "Painting in Colour for Beginners - Lesson 2: Colour Mixing Exercises" show the process of mixing a colour, and how to focus on different areas of your subject.

If you enjoy this, you might like the in-depth 47-minute lesson, which is part of a 4-hour online painting course that takes you from zero colour experience to completing a still life painting in full colour.

To register for the entire course, visit:
https://nicolesleethatelier.com/register/painting-in-colour-for-beginners/

Timestamps:
00:00 Seeing colour as a mosaic
00:55 Lesson overview
01:08 Palette and colour selection
02:08 Mixing first colour
04:19 Finishing second colour
05:11 Finishing third colour and wrap up

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Helpful Colour Mixing Exercise for Oil Paint - Seeing Colour as a Mosaic

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Learn tips on how to start and complete a charcoal drawing in these excerpts from my 9-part "Charcoal Shading: Understanding Values and Form" course! From beginning with a sketch to determine the three basic values, to blocking in the background and working from dark to light, you'll see the drawing progress and learn techniques for your own practice.

To register for the entire course, visit https://nicolesleethatelier.com/register/shading/

In the full course, you'll learn:
- How to use charcoal as a medium
- How to see, correct, compare, and understand values and form
- Tools to help simplify values and build a strong start to your drawing
- What are edges? Why are they important?
- A three-step checklist to finishing a charcoal drawing and creating the illusion of depth

Timestamps:

00:00 three basic values in pencil
00:26 three basic values in charcoal
01:37 adding more values
05:07 starting the second pass
09:14 finishing details
14:30 summary

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Creating a Charcoal Drawing from Start to Finish

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With so many different shapes, bristle materials, and sizes, how do you choose the right oil painting brush for your work? Learn about considerations for choosing brushes that will help support your painting goals regarding texture, detail, and size.

Part 1: Brush Options https://youtu.be/8TjbgO2BZT4
Part 2: Brush Shape and Paint Application https://youtu.be/hPVV95YwM2Q
Part 3: Practical Application

Visit https://nicolesleethatelier.com/choosing-the-right-oil-painting-brush/ to see all three parts immediately, in one video.

Timestamps:

00:00 synthetic brushes for small painting
00:45 bristle filbert brush for skin texture
01:23 using a variety of brushes for detail effects
02:57 how to decide which brush to use
03:31 using the biggest brush possible
05:28 consider texture
06:43 summary

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How to Choose the Right Oil Paint Brushes - Practical Application (Part 3)

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With so many different shapes, bristle materials, and sizes, how do you choose the right oil painting brush for your work? Learn about considerations for choosing brushes that will help support your painting goals regarding texture, detail, and size.
Part 1: Brush Options https://youtu.be/8TjbgO2BZT4
Part 2: Brush Shape and Paint Application
Part 3: Practical Application (coming soon!)

Visit https://nicolesleethatelier.com/choosing-the-right-oil-painting-brush/ to see all three parts immediately, in one video.

Timestamps:
00:00 intro
00:16 comparing brush sizes
00:42 filbert hog bristle size 8
01:08 how to hold the brush
01:33 looking at filbert brush stroke
01:47 flat hog bristle brush size 10
02:51 old filbert bristle brush
03:59 sable filbert brush
04:55 flat synthetic brush
05:26 round bristle brush
06:00 fan brush - bristle and sable
07:04 flat brush size 12
07:51 bright bristle brush
08:43 user-friendly brushes and summary

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Brush Shape and Paint Application - How to Choose the Right Oil Paint Brushes Part 2

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With so many different shapes, bristle materials, and sizes, how do you choose the right oil painting brush for your work? Learn about considerations for choosing brushes that will help support your painting goals regarding texture, detail, and size.

Part 1: Brush Options
Part 2: Brush Shape and Paint Application (next week!)
Part 3: Practical Application (coming soon!)

Visit https://nicolesleethatelier.com/choosing-the-right-oil-painting-brush/ to see all three parts immediately, in one video.

Timestamps:
00:00 intro
00:18 bristle types
01:17 brush shapes
01:34 brush quality

✦ For more painting and drawing lessons, explore the Atelier: https://nicolesleethatelier.com

✦ Nicole Sleeth's paintings: https://nicolesleeth.com

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How to Choose the Right Oil Paint Brushes - Part 1: Brush Options

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