Alla Prima Portrait

Description Join acclaimed artist Stacy Minch in her dynamic course on alla prima portrait painting, a fascinating method in which a painting is completed in one sitting. Stacy, with her infectious enthusiasm and expert guidance, dives deep into the techniques of working with wet paint on wet paint, promising a vibrant journey from start to finish. Stacy works with oil paints, but the same techniques are easily translated to acrylic paints. In this comprehensive tutorial, Stacy begins with the essentials—outlining her color palette, introducing her favorite tools and materials, and explaining their significance. She uses a gray paper palette for accurate color mixing and discusses the importance of high-quality paints without additives for better longevity of artwork. Moving into the painting process, Stacy illustrates how to transfer a drawing onto the canvas, emphasizing the importance of accurate proportions without becoming overly meticulous, which allows for artistic freedom. She shares insights into setting up the painting, blocking in shapes and shadows, and gradually refining the details to bring the portrait to life. As the course progresses, Stacy details her approach to mixing flesh tones, understanding the nuances of light and shadow, and the impact of color temperature. She provides practical tips on maintaining the drawing underneath successive layers of paint and adjusting features as the work evolves. Stacy’s course is not just about painting techniques but also about understanding the artistic process and discovering one’s personal style. Whether you’re a beginner eager to delve into portrait painting or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills with new methods, this course offers valuable insights and inspiring lessons in creating compelling, lifelike portraits through alla prima painting. Get ready to pick up your brushes and explore the vibrant world of portrait painting with Stacy Minch. Her passion and expertise will guide you through an exciting artistic journey, ensuring a rewarding learning experience.