Weekly BobBlast Issue 472

Turning on the Lights in a Landscape

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!

I find complete solace painting landscapes in my studio… for me painting a landscape with a group of plein air painters is a time honored approach. You can read about Cezanne and Pissarro rolling up their canvases and trekking the countryside together. Sounds romantic, doesn’t it? But for me, I prefer the solitude of my quiet studio. I make up my landscapes - those places where I want to be.

You may be surprised that there are many ways to begin painting a landscape. There are colorful beginning techniques or starting monochromatically. When I start a landscape, I normally begin with only black and white. Why? I work on the composition first in black and white, then add color later.

This BobBlast shows you how I “turn on the lights” in an earlier black and white study.

My materials are simple and to the point: 300 lb watercolor paper, transparent and opaque acrylic paint, a bucket of water and plenty of paper towels.

After my black and white study has dried, I wipe a transparent yellow over the entire surface. My yellow of choice is Holbein’s Marigold. Because it is transparent, you can still see the composition structure and all the values under the color. The lights have been turned on with glorious yellow! I can leave it as a final painting or continue on with more color.

I can repeat this same technique with a “failed” colorful painting… Very easy to go back in with a Marigold or other transparent color (Luminous Opera is transparent) - a simple fix like this can change the whole impact!

Turn on the lights with transparent color!

If you are interested in painting with me, I teach workshops, both Online and In-Person. Check out my Workshop Schedule for dates and locations!

Don't Forget!

Non-Objective Mixed Media Online Workshop

July 29-30, 2023

It's like playing in the sandbox!

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Enjoying watching Bob's Demos? Join Bob Online!

• August 9, 2023

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

• September 6, 2023

“Dramatic Landscapes: Clouds and Skies”

• October 3, 2023

“3 Easy Ways to Draw & Paint the Figure”

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Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders

In-Person Workshop: July 21-23, 2023

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Learn how to create a singular!

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Want more info and a hands-on experience about Neutrals?

We have an online workshop coming up!

Neutrals! How to Create & Use

•August 26-27, 2023

Color is exciting! Bright colors scream color! Neutrals whisper…

This Burridge workshop is all about neutral colors.

How to make neutrals and how to use neutral colors effectively in your paintings.

•You will make your own Neutral Color Chart as a studio reference

•You will learn to “grey down” color and discover which colors make neutrals pop

•Plenty of time for experimentation in mixing your favorite neutrals

•Making mud verses working with neutrals - Bob will assist you in learning the difference

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Burridge Critiques Your Art

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Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions

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Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Our most current Workshop Schedule!

Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!

Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops

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Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.

•July 21-23, 2023

Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•July 29-30, 2023

Non-Objective Mixed Media - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•August 8, 2023

Artists in Action: The Art of Pricing

Sponsored by West Business Development Center

Tuesday, 12:00 - 1:30 PM PST

This is a FREE webinar!

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•August 9, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Painting Pears, Pineapples and Peppers!”

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

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•August 26-27, 2023

Neutrals! How to Create & Use - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

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•August 31, 2023

Painting the Illusion of Glass Vessels - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•September 6, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Dramatic Landscapes: Clouds and Skies”

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

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•September 11-15, 2023

Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop

Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting

5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio

Limited to 10 enrollees

Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

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•September 18-19 & 21, 2023

Non-Objective Mixed Media Retreat— ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•September 29 - October 1, 2023

Abstract Figurative - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•October 5-8, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop

Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA

(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)

4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees

Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

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•October 18, 2023

Paint the Effect of Light - ONLINE WORKSHOP

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•October 28-29, 2023

Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting - Online Workshop

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

Contact kate@robertburridge.com

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•November 2-5, 2023

Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop - Wait List only

Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA

(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)

4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees

Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

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•November 8, 2023

Bob’s Monthly Demo - ONLINE DEMO

“Reductive Painting: Negative Shapes”

Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio

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•November 11-12, 2023

Paint Bob’s Circus - Online Workshop

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Turning on the Lights in a Landscape

Love, Peace & Happiness,

Weekly BobBlast 472 - Video run time 14 minutes, 17 seconds

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