Painting Tips
This is a detailed guide on gouache painting. I’ll cover: What is Gouache? Brief History of Gouache Famous Gouache Artists Why Gouache? What Do You Need to Paint With Gouache? General Tips Additional Resources What is Gouache? Gouache (pronounced ‘gwash’) is water-soluble paint that has a matte finish. It is similar to watercolor but is … Read more
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Let’s cover a simple but important question: “How should I name my artwork?” I’ll cover: Simple and Descriptive Hints About the Subject Symbolism Story Feelings, Emotions, and Ideas Artistic Elements Conditions Mystery Making a Statement You Don’t Always Need A Clever Title Simple and Descriptive For most artworks, a simple and descriptive title is sufficient. … Read more
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I have been fond of painting high-contrast scenes lately. Below is one I’m currently working on, Minnippi, Green, Contrast. High-contrast paintings are stunning when they work, but garish when they don’t. It’s a careful balance between pushing the contrast without overdoing it and whilst making sure the painting works as a whole. In light of … Read more
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Let’s take a look at how to paint overlapping objects. As you might already know, I’ve been working on a tree series lately. The main challenge with this series has been dealing with the complex arrangement of overlapping objects. All the leaves, branches, sky, grass, dappled light, and shadows are so tightly woven together it … Read more
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I found some of my childhood paintings the other day. They were stored away in a dusty corner of my parents’ garage. I figured you might like to see them. They aren’t masterpieces, but they are invaluable to me as they represent the start of my lifelong journey at the easel. I always find it interesting … Read more
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Below is Gold Coast, Path to the Sea. I painted this almost entirely with palette knives. I wanted to capture that day’s cool sea breeze, warm sunlight, and crisp colors. Reference Photo and Study Here’s the reference photo I painted from: Feel free to paint it yourself. I didn’t paint a study for this. Sometimes I … Read more
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Just a simple one today: Maryvale, Sunny Landscape. Dan Scott, Maryvale, Sunny Landscape, 2021 Reference Photo and Study Here’s the reference photo I painted from: Feel free to paint it yourself if you like. I also did a couple of color studies for this painting (top left and middle): Details Oil on stretched canvas. 16×20 … Read more
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Below is Wellington Point, Shimmering Light. Perhaps my favorite painting from this year. Dan Scott, Wellington Point, Shimmering Light, 2021 Reference Photo and Study Here’s the reference photo I painted from: Feel free to paint it for yourself. Just let me know how you go. Details Oil on Ambersand gessoboard. 18 x 24 inches. Main … Read more
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Below is Wellington Point, High Contrast. This was a fun one. It’s a play of broken color and contrast. Dan Scott, Wellington Point, High Contrast, 2021 Reference Photo and Study Here’s the reference photo: Feel free to try and paint it for yourself. Just let me know how you go. Details Oil on Ambersand gessoboard. … Read more
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Below is a painting I did earlier this year, Wellington Point. It captures the beach’s glimmering colors and the tree’s dappled light. Dan Scott, Wellington Point, 2021 Reference Photo and Study Here’s the reference photo I painted from: I also painted a small color study in preparation: Dan Scott, Wellington Point, 2021, Study Details Oil … Read more
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