How to Finish a Painting / How to Not Overwork Your Paintings

#ianroberts #masteringcomposition #4tipsonhowtofinishapainting

[jane]

I remember my mom, on a ladder, with her paintbrush, making little improvements to her painting that was already framed and hanging on the wall. (She would have loved this video).😊

[dianahmclaughlin]

Great, as always Ian. I would encourage everyone to join your class. It was the best thing I’ve ever done for my art practice! Ian is a generous, gracious and masterful teacher!

[jennifermead]

I found that demo so helpful. I struggle to keep greens fresh and contrasting and yet still making sense.

[Risvegli_esposizione]

Extremely useful video. I like it so much. Ian have so great way of explaining things

[jarekl]

Great advice Ian when you talk about taking a break while correcting your painting. I give the same advice to my microbiology students (teaching is my day work, painting is my plaisir de la soirée) when they write a scientific article. The longer the period before going back to correct the text, the easier it is to spot the unclear parts (because of the increased detachment from the initial idea). I guess the brain works the same with visual/graphical information. Un grand Merci !

[lanaschuster]

Great reminders to leave and come back to your paintings, but so much more helpful understanding when to leave and what to look for - the distracting parts - and resolve. Thank you Ian.

[jandaniel]

All your work is exceptional.
Thank you for sharing.
Certainly "POLErised" your audience
Facinating seeing a master at work. How blessed we see as art students to have discovered your teaching.

[sueedelstein]

Thanks for showing the finished painting process. Beautiful.

[pchabanowich]

The demonstration helps so much, thank you. I love the painting.💐

[BibleStudyPastor]

Very helpful explanation of the function of the telephone pole to break up the negative shape. Okay. I get it. Your painting makes me want to go up that driveway and meet the people in the house. I wish you great, great success in your class!

[katiesauceda]

Looking forward for info on class next week. Thanks for this week’s lesson.

[zefir]

Great as excersise for total beginner! Would love to see more videos like this!

[craigseaborn]

Hi Ian, I was making notes, stopping and starting the video trying to absorb what you were saying and I forgot to comment, sorry! So I had to come back! Great video, I liked your explanation for the pole, and the process of evaluation. Thanks Craig

[windybluff]

Fantastic control of greens! I thought at the end it was the contrast in the tree in front of the white dot. I hadn’t seen the white dot. Now I do and wonder, I guess you are right! I’d love to take the class but decide next week. Thanks.

[gaylemartin]

Thank you, Ian. Very informative, as always. Take care, g

[torralbaartist]

I am blown away by your advice. They are incredible and little by little I put them into practice. Thanks Ian.

[carolhama]

I like your idea of leaving the room for a few minutes between steps! There is nothing like a fresh point of view. Thank you for sharing your insights into painting with us!

[paulmorey]

You are indead a wonderful teacher Ian. My painting has gone from rubbish to poor with your guidance (english humor) No really I love your work and want to thank you so much.

[DelmanilaArtPainting]

Thank you so much for discussing about this. I learned more the ideas and techniques. You new friend with the same hobby

[PlantyMadness]

Hope your week is going well. I am really looking forward to the unveiling of your new online classes. Best Wishes, Natalie