The Course
Dive into the mesmerizing world of capturing water's elusive beauty on canvas in this specialized art course. Here, we focus on the intricate play of light and shadow that gives life to reflections on water using oil paints. You’ll explore a variety of techniques to render the shimmering surface of lakes, the gentle ripples of a pond, and the glassy look of a still river, creating realistic and dynamic scenes. Master the subtle art of blending, glazing, and creating the illusion of depth. We’ll also discuss color theory and the importance of value changes, helping you to convey the mood of a waterscape with authenticity and emotion.
Ready to see your art make a splash? This course isn't just about studio practice; it's about connecting with a long tradition of artists fascinated by water and reflection. By learning to replicate the mirror-like qualities of water, you'll be able to enhance the realism in your landscape paintings or push boundaries into a more abstract interpretation. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned painter, the skills you gain will carry over into many aspects of your artwork, enabling you to capture the serene to the stormy moods of nature’s liquid tapestry with confidence and creativity.
What you will learn
When I started crafting this course, I was thinking about how serene and mesmerizing the effect of light on water can be, and I wanted to empower even beginners to capture that magic on canvas. What I've put together is a structured yet flexible journey that walks you through the essentials of oil painting, focusing on techniques that bring water to life with reflections that dance and play across your work. I've been intentional about including practical exercises and tips that build upon each other, so you feel confident every step of the way. It's been a joy to see how students find the content approachable and how they surprise themselves with the beautiful scenes they create. Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to hone your existing skills, you'll find this course to be a rich resource that demystifies complex concepts, laying them out in a way that's easy to understand and highly rewarding to apply.
Curriculum
Your instructor
Marcel Desbiens, a masterful oil painter, brings his wealth of experience to the art of capturing water reflections. His journey with the brush spans over decades, during which he has meticulously studied the interplay of light, water, and colour, manifesting his findings in mesmerizing canvases that evoke a sense of depth and motion. Marcel's expertise has not gone unnoticed in the art world, earning him both accolades and the respect of his peers. His ability to impart subtle nuances of reflection and refraction makes his artwork not just a visual treat but an educational journey into the very essence of oil painting techniques.
As the architect behind the course "Water reflections in oil," Marcel connects his passion for teaching with his love for this challenging subject matter. He approaches each lesson with the understanding that the representation of water requires both technical precision and creative instinct. His classes are imbued with the same enthusiasm that he invests in his own artwork, offering students a chance to explore the complex beauty of water in art. Marcel's dedication to his craft and his eagerness to share his knowledge make him an ideal guide for any artist looking to delve into the captivating world of water reflections in oil painting.
Mesmerizing
Dive into the Art of Capturing Tranquility
Luminous
Illuminating Techniques for Ethereal Seascapes
Harmonious
Balancing Color and Light on Watery Canvases