Cheri Christensen: Brushwork & Backlight

Here is a bit of what you will learn in this real painting demonstration video: How to construct the story of your painting to engage your viewers … BEFORE you begin Learn how to take the best reference photos How to see like an artist — identify light, shapes, and color How to prepare your canvas and what you should paint first How to recognize the warm vs. cool colors and tones in your painting How to simplify your painting composition Know when you have finished your painting … time to LEAVE IT ALONE!   This instructional video with Cheri Christensen on backlighting and brushstrokes can take you from beginner to being able to paint whatever you want. It can take you from being a good painter to the next level. Cheri shows you how to take your painting to heights you only imagined before now.   This video is for you if you want to learn: How to get in front by understanding one essential concept To experiment with new techniques How to paint what you see How to understand values