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UdemyMastering Brushstrokes - Part 2
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Brushstrokes as Voice
Brushwork is what distinguishes one painter from another—technique becomes signature. Jill Poyerd breaks down brushstrokes into their components and shows how historic and contemporary masters use them for expression and effect.
This second part covers broken strokes and alternative application methods, building on foundational techniques. Demonstrations alternate between watercolor and oil paint, with approaches applicable to acrylic as well. Each stroke is contextualized historically and visually, then reinforced with practice exercises. By studying technique at this level, you move from copying methods to developing an intentional, recognizable approach to your own work.
About this course
"I can see a noticeable difference in my painting since practicing these brushstrokes and putting it all together. I can now see more like a painter then before. Thank you for a fantastic course." - Kai Z
"Awesome job, one of the best art courses on Udemy. It definitely worth to watch. Thank you so much!" - Rula B.
Brushstrokes are at the core of being an artist, and an individual's brushwork is one of the things that sets them apart from other artists. Using her approachable, easy-to-understand teaching method and lots of hands-on activities, artist Jill Poyerd breaks down historic and contemporary brushwork into twenty-two unique brushstrokes from traditional to unconventional.
This course is part two of a two-part series and covers ten of the twenty-two strokes. They are broken down by style of application and include a brief history, examples of how they're used in masterpieces, visual demonstrations, and student practice exercises. By combining technical learning with visual and hands-on examples, students gain a thorough understanding of each brushstroke variation. Part two covers broken strokes as well as alternative application methods and finishes with a five-stroke painting exercise.
Note: Demonstrations are given in both watercolor and oil paint. Acrylic painters simply have to apply the knowledge depending on how they use that medium, whether thick (like oil) or thin (like watercolor).
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