Painting Realistic Seascapes with Oil Techniques
Painting Water 2
A course by Derek Macara , Oil Painting Instructor
About the video: Painting Water 2
Overview
“During this second part of the lesson, you'll see how to utilize a wet on wet technique to create a blended distant wave effect that creates depth in the painting. ”
In this video lesson Derek Macara addresses the topic: Painting Water 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Painting Realistic Seascapes with Oil Techniques. Master realistic seascape painting techniques using oil paint, Photoshop, and sketching methods for stunning wave artistry.
Partial transcription of the video
“Okay. These look a little too sharp to me, so I'm just going to take the brush. like them. A little softer. Okay, occasionally I like to clean the brush. Some paper towel. I'll just... Pippen in the game. Wipe the excess off. Now, As you get further down, the waves start to get bigger. So we're going to make some shapes exactly like we just did but larger But now I'm going to make some larger size ones. as we get further down. And they also get a bit darker. Again, just random areas. Use your judgment. Blend it into the lighter paint. Can add some smaller ones around the bigger one. And I l...”
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Course summary for: Painting Realistic Seascapes with Oil Techniques
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Oil Painting, Painting
Derek Macara
A course by Derek Macara
Derek Macara is a distinguished painter and photographer, celebrated for his expertise in crafting realistic seascapes with oil paint. His artistic journey began in Provincetown, Massachusetts, the oldest art colony in America. Immersed in this vibrant artistic community, Derek honed his skills, drawing early inspiration from the rich cultural heritage around him. His transition to a full-time painter followed a successful debut art show, which marked the beginning of his professional career. Before embracing painting, Derek worked as a commercial fisherman, a role that profoundly influences his seascapes. These experiences at sea infuse authenticity and depth into his work, capturing the essence of maritime life.
Derek's approach combines traditional techniques with modern technology, utilizing tools like Photoshop to enhance his creative process. His work is heavily inspired by renowned New England artists such as Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper, and Charles Hawthorne, whose influence is evident in his use of light, shadow, and composition. Over the years, Derek has refined his technique, and his work now graces private collections worldwide. A firm believer in continuous learning, he encourages practice and patience, embodying the ethos that dedication leads to mastery. His paintings have been showcased in prestigious galleries, including a recent solo exhibition at the North Shore Arts Association.
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