Contemporary Hyperrealistic Portraiture
Configuring the workspace
A course by Luiz Escañuela , Visual Artist
About the video: Configuring the workspace
Overview
“In this class, I'll explain how to physically set up the workspace, how to lay out materials on the table, how to organize the paint flow, and how to clean brushes.”
In this video lesson Luiz Escañuela addresses the topic: Configuring the workspace, which is part of the Domestika online course: Contemporary Hyperrealistic Portraiture. Learn to capture the details of the human figure with oil painting techniques and transmit emotions through your artwork.
Partial transcription of the video
“Configuring the workspace In this class, I will show you how to organize and set up your work environment in a way that paint job dynamics are more fluid and you can save time and focus specifically on your painting. I try to keep as many materials close to me as possible, so I don't have to keep getting up and distracting myself. These materials are the most essential for painting. These are the ones I will most need to use as the process progresses. Obviously, I keep the paints close to me. It is important that you make an assessment of which colors you will need and you will make this as...”
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Course summary for: Contemporary Hyperrealistic Portraiture
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Category
Illustration -
Software
Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Artistic Drawing, Drawing, Figure Drawing, Oil Painting, Portrait Drawing, Realistic Drawing
Luiz Escañuela
A course by Luiz Escañuela
Luiz Escañuela is a visual artist from Brazil with a degree in graphic design. He began to create his first signature works at the age of just 20. After specializing in oil painting and hyperrealism, he went on to develop his own methodology for depicting the human form, which focuses on details such as pore mapping, blemishes, and any irregularities that mark the passage of time.
He has gained notoriety for his series of large, hyperrealistic portraits showcased in both national and international exhibitions and workshops. In 2019, he was listed in the Forbes 30 Under 30 in the Arts category.
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