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Refining Ellipses of a Bucket and Drapery in a Still Life Painting with Cornelia Hernes

Refining Ellipses of a Bucket and Drapery in a Still Life Painting
Discover the Depth and Beauty of Still-Life Painting Learn how to make corrections to an object to develop a more accurate painting.

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Instructor
Cornelia Hernes
Subjects
Painting
Topics
Still life
Mediums
Oil Paints
Duration
4h 53m 38s

In this lesson, instructor Cornelia Hernes will guide you through the meticulous process of refining the ellipse of the bucket and the fabric draping from it in your still-life painting. You will learn the importance of precision and attention to detail as you work on developing the intricacies of the object. Cornelia will emphasize the clarity and depth achieved through a well-planned execution of the painting process. By the end of this session, you will have enhanced your understanding of object proportions and the significance of each element, contributing to a harmonious and compelling overall composition.

This lesson belongs to the course, Introduction to Still-life Painting II. In this 15-week course, immerse yourself in the intricate world of still-life painting with a focus on observational techniques and composition. Guided by the expert hand of Cornelia Hernes, you’ll delve deep into the art of capturing still-life in its most vivid form. Starting with the basics of composition setup and brainstorming, Cornelia will introduce you to the nuances of color theory, the importance of lighting, and the role of texture in bringing objects to life. You’ll explore the significance of each element in a composition, learning to give each its due importance. The course will also cover advanced techniques like imprimatura, sight-size drawing methods, and the art of capturing transparency in objects like glass bottles. Cornelia’s hands-on approach ensures that by the end of the course, you’ll not only have a deep understanding of still-life painting but also the skills to create pieces that resonate with realism and depth. This course is a continuation of Tina Orsolic’s “Introduction to Still-Life Painting I,” which can be found here. While it’s not mandatory to complete Course I, doing so will provide you with a stronger foundational understanding of this companion course.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

You do not need to purchase specific materials to take this course.
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