The Power of Overlapping Shapes and Texture | Skip Whitcomb

Skip Whitcomb explores the importance of overlapping shapes in creating a sense of space in paintings. He analyzes various paintings by different artists, including landscapes, figures, and still life subjects, to illustrate the use of overlaps. The subtle use of overlaps creates depth and movement in compositions, and the audience is encouraged to experiment with different sizes and placements in their own work. Masterful use of overlaps can create spatial effects and establish foreground and background, and studying other artists' work can help learn techniques to incorporate into one's own paintings.

0:00 - Introduction to Overlapping Shapes in Art
0:35- Robert Lougheed's Approach to Spatial Depth
4:40 - John Singer Sargent's Overlapping Shapes in Watercolors
8:15 - Joseph Crawhall’s Delicate Overlaps and Patterns
16:25 - Fritz Thaulow's Mastery of Layered Textures
20:20 - Edward Compton’s Use of Atmospheric Overlaps in Landscapes
23:59 - William Nicholson's Innovative Overlapping Techniques
28:38 - Art Course with Skip!