Sunset Color Palette
Learn how to capture intense colors of the sunset, transforming an ordinary scene into a magical place.
Learn to Be Selective
Don't be afraid of architecture - learn to choose the details that tell the story.
Simplify the Trees
Learn to see the tree as a form, whether it has foliage or not. Use the negative painting to shape its silhouette and its branches.
Capture Sunset Glow on Trees!
In this lesson we'll learn how to capture the glow of the sunset, turning an ordinary backyard scene into a dramatic light show.
We will learn to:
- use the power of contrast (value, chroma, temperature) to emphasize the glow and the key point in the composition
- simplify the trees and architectural elements, choosing only the necessary details
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shape the trees and tree branches using negative painting
Teachable.com provides unlimited time access to this course - you'll have many years to master the techniques I teach.
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Materials
Dark Mid Tone Sanded Paper - demo was done on Art Spectrum Colourfix, Aubergine color, 9"x12"
Hard and Soft pastels
Bristle brush for corrections
Artists' Masking Tape to attach the paper to the board
Foam core board
Glassine or Tracing paper to protect the finished project
Meet Lana
Hi! I'm Lana Ballot.
I'm excited to share with you my passion for the Color and the beautiful medium of pastels!
I am a professional artist and pastel painting instructor, living on Long Island, NY. I have been teaching classes and workshops throughout the United States and internationally.
I have been exhibiting and won awards in National as well as International Juried competitions, including the Pastel Society of America’s annual show Enduring Brilliance and the prestigious Pastel Journal’s Pastel 100 competition.
My work has been published in national and international art magazines, such as Plein Air Magazine, Pastel Issues of the Pratique des Arts, Artists & Illustrators.
I'm a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America and The American Society of Marine Artists.
Testimonials
What my students are saying about this course and my classes and workshops:
"I’ve signed up for this course, and I’m absolutely blown away by the professionalism, quality, tons of useful information, and priceless tips that Lana is delivering at each session. She is a great educator!
Highly recommended to everybody who wants to improve his painting skills!"
Mena L.
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"In a word, the workshop was “masterful.” But, I will go beyond just one word to express my deepest appreciation of your dedication to your craft. Whether the way you taught, emailed preparatory materials, painted, or critiqued, you exemplified the traits of a master. Thank you.
I learned a lot and plan to take future workshops with you."
Lisa D.
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"I have always admired your work, so I was thrilled to be able to take this class from you. Being a teacher, I can spot a good teacher a mile away, and you have what it takes to do that...you know how to break down the steps needed to get the lesson across to students and help them paint a successful painting. Thank you so much for offering this workshop!
Thank you again!"
Carole P.