Guided Project : Painting a surreal landscape
A guided project by Paul Neberra , Artist
Discover surreal landscape painting techniques blending realism, symbolism, and texture with oil paints for imaginative art
Discover the captivating world of surreal landscape painting with oil paints, where realism meets symbolism. Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary scenes into dreamlike masterpieces. Master the art of creating textural landscapes while learning to paint a detailed, anatomically correct eye. This course offers a unique opportunity to explore imaginative techniques, blending reality and fiction seamlessly.
Dive into the process of using grayscale and rich textures to build depth in your artwork. Develop skills to merge distinct elements, like an all-seeing eye with a mountainous backdrop, to create a powerful narrative. Ideal for those seeking to infuse their paintings with a touch of the surreal, this program guides you through each step, from underpainting to final touches. Bring your artistic vision to life with this enriching and inspiring journey into surrealism.
What will you learn in this online course?
9 lessons & 9 downloads
- 127 students
- 9 lessons (1h 54m)
- 9 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a surrealist oil painting featuring an all-seeing eye floating over a mountainous landscape. Master techniques like underpainting, eye detailing, and merging elements with the sky while balancing realism and symbolism to craft a unique, dreamlike artwork.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring artists intrigued by surrealism, oil painting enthusiasts, and those eager to blend realism with symbolism will find this course ideal. It's perfect for individuals looking to expand their creativity and refine their skills in creating imaginative, dreamlike landscapes.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is required. Gather basic materials like oil paints, brushes, a canvas, and a palette. An easel is helpful. Familiarity with basic painting techniques and a willingness to explore imaginative landscapes will enhance your experience.
Paul Neberra
A guided project by Domestika
Content
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U1
Painting the Surreal Landscape
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Getting Ready
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Underpainting
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Painting the Eye 1
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Painting the Eye 2
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Merging the Eye With the Sky 1
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Merging the Eye With the Sky 2
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Finishing the Landscape 1
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Finishing the Landscape 2
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Podcast: Birth of Surrealism
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FP
Final project
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Guided Project : Painting a surreal landscape
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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