July 2024 - The Imperative Value of Creating a Color Study when Working with Photos

Creating a color study before painting helps you accurately capture light, color relationships, and the spirit of the subject, resulting in more confident, vibrant, and lifelike final work.

June 2026 - Painting Metal and Glass: Finding the Form Within the Reflection (and Finishing Touches)

This lesson explores the allure of painting reflective surfaces like glass and copper, while emphasizing the importance of prioritizing simple, solid form over chasing highlights and sparkle.