The Power of Colour

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This is a recording of a live talk hosted by Opus Art Supplies on November 2 2023. The moderator relayed questions that were asked in the chat box. For the…

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All About Colour

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This course will help you understand colour more thoroughly, match colours more efficiently, choose effective pigments for your goals, and merge conceptual and perceptual colour.  Through a series of discussions,…

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Painting “Replenish” and Finding Your Artistic Voice

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Watch the process of painting "Replenish" and learn about finding your artistic voice in this casual, studio chit-chat painting demonstration.  Narrated throughout, Nicole shares her perspective on the value of…

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Painting “Koksilah River Study #1”

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Welcome to this fully narrated painting demonstration!  In this two hour video, Nicole begins and completes “Koksilah River Study #1”.  This exclusive members-only demonstration is an intimate look into Nicole’s…

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Painting In Colour For Beginners

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Welcome to the world of colour!  If you've never painted in colour before, or are looking for a more structured approach and some solid foundations, this course is for you. …

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Drawing a Portrait

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Welcome to this pencil portrait drawing demonstration!  In this course, you'll learn how to start a portrait drawing, correct it, and add detail and shading.  If you've ever come across…

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Painting “Still Waiting”

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Follow along in this unique oil painting demonstration!  In Part 1, you'll watch "Still Waiting" begin to come to life through a fully narrated timelapsed video.  In Part 2, you'll…

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Paint as Flesh – Secrets to Painting the Illusion of Skin

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If you have any questions about the content in this course, please don't hesitate to contact me. Colours used: Gamblin Titanium WhiteOld Holland Transparent Red OxideWilliamsburg Permanent CrimsonWilliamsburg Quinacridone RedGamblin…

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How to Clean Oil Paint Brushes

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Cleaning your oil paint brushes with soap and water after use will make them stay flexible and last for years. I clean my brushes after every painting session, and rarely…

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Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners

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Throughout this course, you'll need: Gamblin Titanium White Artist's Oil Paint (or similar)Gamblin Asphaltum Artist's Oil Paint (or another dark brown oil paint)A selection of bristle oil paint brushes, ranging…

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Live Painting Session with Q&A

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Tuesday June 28 5:30-6:30 Pacific Time. Zoom link for live painting session. Watch a recording of a live painting session here. Join this live painting session for a front row…

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