Welcome to the YouTube Gazette - Issue 2023/23
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Join us on YouTube at 5:30 Central time for a PREMIERE event | |
Get ready! We challenge you to complete ALL 8 Flower Portraits that will be released over the next eight weeks right here on YouTube Premieres! We are calling this series #CookingUpArtWithGinger
Number 7 in our lineup is the 'Pink Camellia - Capturing the Beauty of a Shiny Leafed Flower in the Rain'.
In this premiere video, Ginger will be working on an 8x8 canvas, a perfect size for this subject. The tutorial covers all aspects of painting this vibrant flower, from the initial sketching to the final brush strokes. Ginger emphasizes the importance of understanding the structure of the flower, color theory, and the play of light and shadow to create depth and realism in your work. She also shares valuable tips and tricks for working with acrylics, including how to blend colors, create textures, and maintain the freshness of the paint. This tutorial offers an opportunity to not only learn the technique of painting a stunning 'Pink Camellia', but also delve deeper into the versatile world of acrylic painting under the guidance of a true professional. So grab your brushes, canvas, and paints, and join us in exploring the captivating beauty of a blossom in the rain!
Join us for the premiere here at 5:30 Central - https://youtu.be/PfSVh5rNq60
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How are you doing on the "May Flower" YouTube event? Ann Houser is doing a great job as you can see her from her first 6 paintings. Just two left in this year's May Flower Event. | |
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Bright Pink Asters
Discover the secret of getting bright pink colored flowers in acrylics with this charming easy paint aster flower vignette. Included is a discussion on how to pick a frame for your masterpiece.
Find your inner artist and paint this monochromatic acrylic painting step by step with the queen of color, Ginger Cook.
Painted on a 6x8 canvas, this 2-Cookie lesson is available for free on YouTube. Traceable available for our Orange Members and above.
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Pink Peony Flower
Plan to join us for an engaging acrylic painting tutorial where we will explore the captivating beauty of the Pink Peony Flower. This tutorial promises to be a fascinating journey for the seasoned artists. Our expert instructor, Ginger, will guide you through each step, breaking down complex structures into manageable elements. You will learn to master the nuanced blending techniques that capture the delicate gradient of pink hues, the intricate petal details, and the vivid green leaves that characterize this exquisite flower.
It is a 20x20 4-Cookie tutorial for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
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Renoir Peonies
One of the finest acrylic painting tutorials in Ginger's catalog is her masterful lesson on painting "Renoir Peonies." This tutorial, now regarded as a classic, pays tribute to the timeless work of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, one of the leading painters in the development of the Impressionist style. With Ginger's guidance, learners are taken on a journey through the process of rendering these beautiful flowers in the style of the old master himself.
The elegance of Ginger's teaching style lies in her ability to simplify the complex and highlight the fundamental principles that made Renoir's work so iconic. She explains and demonstrates how to reproduce the brilliant color palette, the delicate brush strokes, and the innovative composition techniques that Renoir employed in creating his version of Peonies. Ginger consistently emphasizes the value of studying master artists like Renoir, encouraging viewers to cultivate their understanding of how these artists used light, color, and texture to bring their work to life. This tutorial remains a cherished resource for those seeking to enhance their painting skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the artistic genius of the masters of yesteryear.
Join Ginger for this 8x10 2-Cookie tutorial for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
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What's the Latest and Upcoming Tutorials | |
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Emporium and Flower Shop
Welcome to our painting tutorial, "Emporium and Flower Shop" - a journey through the dynamic, soulful, and whimsical avenues of artistic expression. In this session, we'll breathe life into an enchanting world where nature meets urbanity, where human warmth blends with the vibrancy of floral beauty. Picture a bustling flower shop, nestled in a romantic street scene, brimming with a riot of colors from a myriad of blooming flowers. The scene is alive with the gentle thrum of people, each absorbed in their unique narratives.
Drawing inspiration from romantic riverscapes, the environment we'll be painting overflows with a symphony of colors and textures. This is a rare opportunity to create elaborate artistic environments where quaint cobblestone streets kiss the edges of a serene river, and where the palette of the sunset meets the vibrant hues of flora. We'll capture the ephemeral, quiet moments of nature, juxtaposed against the dynamic rhythm of human life. Every brushstroke will create a lively tableau of radiant petals, shadowed storefronts, and expressive figures, each element as integral to the overall composition as the next. Be prepared to lose yourself in this riot of colors and emotions, and emerge with a masterpiece that reflects the beauty and vivacity of life.
This 18x24 Box of Cookies tutorial will be for our Purple Members.
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Country Pansies
Ginger's 'Country Pansies' is an acrylic painting tutorial that brings together the best of both worlds – it is suitable for both the beginner eager to learn the basics, and the advanced artist looking to refine their skills. In this lesson, Ginger adeptly guides you through the creation of a colorful scene with rustic charm, the star of which is a cheerful gathering of country pansies displayed in a vibrant clay pot.
Let's dive in. Start with a mid-toned canvas, ideally in an ochre or light brown shade to provide a natural and warm backdrop. Then, create a loose sketch of your clay pot. Don't worry about precision here; the beauty of this painting lies in its unrefined charm. Ginger recommends a freehand sketch to promote this rustic aesthetic. Once you're satisfied with your pot, fill it with an array of pansies. Consider a palette of deep purples, sunny yellows, and warm pinks for these little flowers, making sure to create a sense of depth by layering your hues. Remember to let each layer dry before proceeding to the next to avoid muddy colors.
Throughout the tutorial, Ginger encourages you to explore your creativity. It is not about painting a perfect picture, but about capturing the essence and charm of country pansies in a clay pot. This lesson is a joyful celebration of colors and rustic simplicity, perfect for anyone eager to improve their acrylic painting skills.
This 12x12 3-Cookie tutorial will be for our Red, Pink, and Purple Members.
(the video will be available shortly)
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Shout Out to Melinda Kuhar | | |
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In our recent "Rainbow Petal" YouTube tutorial, Melinda demonstrated a spectacular ability to capture the essence of our lesson in her own painting. Her work truly stands out with its expert blending and layering techniques that beautifully reflect the nuanced color transitions in each petal. Her painting resonates with the vibrant energy of a rainbow, displaying a profound understanding of color theory and impressive precision. The careful balance of hues, coupled with the smooth transitions she has achieved, is a testament to her attention to detail. Melinda has clearly harnessed the tips shared in our tutorial, creating a masterpiece that serves as an inspiring testament to the power of artistic learning.
Congratulations, Melinda, on your masterpiece!
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ATTENTION ALL PURPLE MEMBERS
Are you traveling with Jon and Ginger?
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"Ginger's Lily Pond" in Fota Wildlife Park located next to a zoo in Cork Ireland. | |
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Karen Little Scholarship Fund
Second Quarter complete
and Third Quarter underway
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Winners of the Second Quarter drawing will be announced upon our return
The rainbow bowl and tickets just wouldn't fit in our luggage, so the drawing will be delayed until we make it back home.
However, we have begun the countdown for the Third Quarter.
For every generous $25 donation you make between June 1st and August 31st, you'll get a "ticket" in the bowl. It's our little way of saying thank you!
At the end of the quarter, we'll gather up all those donations and give each $25 donor their very own ticket number. The excitement builds!
Then, join us for a live YouTube show where we'll do the drawing. The lucky first person picked gets to choose their favorite painting from the available options for the quarter. Keep in mind, even if you have multiple tickets, you can only win one painting per quarter. Ready to donate? Just use the links below, or find them on our homepage at AcrylicPaintingWithGingerCook.com. Thank you, and Happy donating!
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Third Quarter Choices -
Non-Tutorial Original Ginger Cook Paintings!
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As you can see, this one is still being painted as we write this Gazette Edition. | | |
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Introducing a remarkable opportunity to own an extraordinary piece of art: the chance to win an original non-tutorial painting by the renowned artist Ginger Cook. For a donation of just $25, you will receive a ticket in our fish bowl, granting you the possibility to claim a Ginger Cook Original 9x12 painting on a Pro-Tone canvas board.
These paintings are truly special, capturing the unique essence of Ginger Cook's artistic talent. Normally valued at $795, this exclusive opportunity allows you to "win" one of these remarkable originals by making a donation of only $25.
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Ginger got the "Lock of time" finished just when this was going to press! | | |
Donation Links for Our Online Art Academy | | |
For those that have made donations in the past, we really do appreciate it very, very much. It has made the world of difference to numerous students and helped them with more than their artwork.
Please feel free to use the two links above to make donations and this year, we will be having a drawing for a Ginger Cook original painting at the end of each quarter. We "pull" a ticket from a bowl, and the lucky winner has a pick from 4 paintings.
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We will have 3 drawings each quarter and for each $25 you donate during the quarter, you will have a ticket in the "bowl". The more you donate, the more tickets you will have in the bowl.
Our quarters are:
- December 1 to February 28
- March 1 to May 31
- June 1 to August 31
- September 1 to November 31
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