NOTE: LIVE SHOW - Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - Issue 15B

YouTube Live Show - Wednesday

April 10, 2024 | 5:30 PM Central

Join us this Wednesday at 5:30 PM CT for a vibrant adventure in acrylics! We'll bring these whimsical birds and their cozy home to life together. Perfect for all levels—don't miss out!

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Companion YouTube Reference Bonus

Whenever possible, we will give our Red and Purple Members a second reference image for a painting that is a companion to the live YouTube painting.

An added benefit for our Red and Purple Members of our online art Academy.

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Queen's Thoughts

Visual Stops in a Painting

Let's discuss a concept in art composition called a “visual stop” or “eye stopper.” This technique helps keep the viewer's attention within the painting, guiding their gaze around the artwork without letting it wander off the canvas. It's a powerful tool for creating engaging compositions that tell a story or highlight specific elements.

Thoughts

Upcoming Tutorial

Carolina Beach Path

This vibrant coastal scene is the perfect next adventure for our Red and Purple Members! Imagine capturing the essence of a sunny beach day, with wildflowers dancing in the breeze and the ocean's distant roar. Your brushes are ready to blend the lively blues and greens as you bring this tranquil path to life. Join us to master the play of light and shade, and create your own serene beach escape in acrylics. Get ready to be inspired by the beauty of the coast!

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Surfaces Surrounding Us

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Royal Purple Member Information

Are you ready to dive into a world of boundless creativity and breathtaking landscapes? We have something truly exciting in store for you – our very own Landscape Reference Challenge is underway! This is your chance to explore, experiment, and express your unique vision through the versatile medium of acrylic paints.

Your task is to find a landscape photograph that you feel will be a good reference for a painting. We have assembled a list of websites that offer free images that you are encouraged to explore, so click the image above or the button below. You do not have to use Unsplash if you don't want to. We have plenty of others from which to select.

This Challenge does not include edits. You should only post a photo from one of the free sites that you think would make a good painting. The photo will be discussed in the Zoom call.

We are planning a Zoom call to discuss the submitted images on Saturday, April 20, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

Free Reference Sites for the Landscape Reference Challenge

Zoom Call REPLAY Time!

Did you miss last week's Zoom Call about the Second Round of Reference Photos?

Jon and Ginger on various topics, including design principles in photography, painting, and the use of AI and other software for photo editing and painting. They also explored the challenges of learning new skills, scaling applications, and improving website navigation and search functionality. Towards the end, they addressed issues related to finding specific artwork, the use of social media for sharing work, and the importance of updating personal bios on their main site.

There were some great photos and lot of discussion as we went through them all. This video is about 2-1/2 hours long, so be prepared to learn a lot!

Also, if you have questions about the tools that you're trying to use, please use the forum to ask the question, because other RPMs might have the same questions.

Check out the "Second Reference Zoom Call"

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Are you facing challenges with your artwork? Are you looking for personalized help and advice? You can find help a lot faster with Personal Art Coaching, so this is something that you will want to keep in mind as you navigate your way through the jungle of art. We are also working on a new product that might be of interest to you in the future.

Thank you, and remember, we are here to help you succeed! Please use the Contact Us form for any questions. Do NOT use Facebook, Messenger, or any other form of communication.

Ginger, Jon, and the Stuffy Staff