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Stephanie Birdsall – Oil Painting

Painting from Life, How to Really See

The intention of this demo is to share the joy of really seeing from life. The information we get is so rich in color, form and value. Painting from life enables us to see around and behind our subject. When we observe how the light travels across the subject, we are able to understand not only the form, but the subtle color differences and values, creating space. How many yellows are in a lemon….how many pinks in a peony? Really learning to slow down and look, and “see” will bring life to your paintings.

She’ll also talk about how she sets up the composition. Stephanie will paint what is in season…flowers and/or fruit, something that she finds beautiful.