Explore essential painting techniques for all mediums. Learn composition, color, loose and expressive methods, and more with free tutorials and courses for every level.
Drawing Tutorials
Two students submitted value studies. Both understand value hierarchy theory - lightest to darkest, atmospheric perspective, vertical elements darker. But both are trying to apply that knowledge to broken drawing foundations. Eye levels misplaced, car heights wrong, figure relationships off.
Drawing Tutorials
Understanding value hierarchy theory is one thing - applying it to complex scenes with buildings, vehicles, and figures is another. This demonstration shows the strategic decision-making process: setting up perspective structure, then layering value relationships that create depth and focus.
Drawing Tutorials
Without value, you're staring at a blank page. Value is what makes things visible - not just visible, but three-dimensional and spatially convincing. Most artists copy colors from references without thinking about value relationships, and that's why their paintings feel flat.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master advanced watercolor color gradation techniques using complex variegated foundations. Learn atmospheric color temperature relationships, systematic value control, and universal application methods.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master advanced watercolor value gradation techniques that create convincing atmospheric depth and dimension. Learn systematic wash control, strategic toning, and artistic license applications for professional results.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master comprehensive watercolor layering techniques that create depth, saturation, and dimensional effects. Learn systematic approaches to charging, lifting, and balancing control with natural watercolor flow.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master essential watercolor brush grip techniques that control your painting results. Learn the systematic approach from loose back holds to precise forward grips, plus texture methods for professional effects.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Troubleshoot flat watercolor washes with advanced wet-on-dry techniques. Learn why colors fade 40-50% and how to compensate for dramatic, vibrant results.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master wet-on-dry variegated washes that add color complexity while maintaining control. Learn when to balance simple and complex effects for better watercolor paintings.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master wet-on-dry watercolor techniques for clean, controlled results. Learn the fundamental differences from wet-in-wet, layering philosophy, and strategic lifting methods for precise watercolor painting.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Master advanced wet-in-wet techniques with strategic lifting methods and problem-solving approaches. Learn when to intervene and when to embrace watercolor's natural accidents.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Learn intermediate wet-in-wet variegated wash techniques while maintaining proper values. Master color timing secrets and why 'getting out of the way' is essential for authentic watercolor results.