Painting the Portrait
What is it that gives a masterful oil painting its jewel-like quality, mysterious luster and lasting freshness? The extensive properties of oil paint have enabled the creation of iconic portraits that prove difficult to decipher. In this 3 hour video, Gustavo Ramos will walk you through his award-winning portrait method from the ground up. By painting a self-portrait, Ramos will demonstrate his unique way of dissecting visual information into a rich and dynamic likeness. Watch over the artist's shoulder as he makes use of his sensitive color palette and particular brush-handling to lay thick impastos and translucent shadows. Lively discussions and meticulous breaking down of visual concepts will equip the beginner or advanced student with a newfound arsenal to create luminous professional portraits in a way that only oil painting at its highest level can achieve.
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