Learn how contrast (beyond light & dark), overlapping planes, location, direction & size create compelling narratives in your art.

Explore how brushstrokes transformed art! From tempera's hard edges to Leonardo & Raphael's soft sfumato, discover the impact of brushes.

There are three stages to mastering the visual language of classical art – stages that reveal not just technical skill and profound emotion.

Learn how da Vinci, Sargent, and Raphael might have to adjust their thinking to evoke the message of a modern photograph.

By taking charge of the Elements of Art – color, contrast, pattern, shape, and texture, you can create a narrative that visually transcends.

Canvas tone dramatically impacts color intensity & message in a painting. Dominant colors carry the intended message.

Unlock the power of radial lines: a technique to elevate compositions & guide viewer's eye.

One of the most crucial aspects of oil painting is layering. Each layer is important and impacts the result in terms of color intensity.

Sargent destroys shapes, forces us to look beyond the obvious, & trains our eye to see the beauty in chaos.

Explore the magic of mark-making & texture in painting! Learn from masters like Cassatt & Sargent and experiment with color & mediums.