Ep.78 with Ron Stocke
Welcome to the upcoming interview with Ron Stocke!
Feature Interview
In the conversation you’ll discover a unique way to approach the colors on your palette, how to decide whether to paint around or through an object, and what you need in your focal area … and everywhere else.
Extended Cut Bonus
[Podcast Art Club]
In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll learn how Stocke gets strategic about his subjects from a color standpoint and some of artist’s favorite combinations of gray. Join the Podcast Art Club on Patreon, here.
Learn more about Ron Stocke:
Mastering Watercolor Painting with Ron Stocke: Techniques, Materials, and Creative Expression
Episode Highlights:
Materials-Brushes and paint:
Find the right tools for capturing fleeting moments and avoiding excessive detail. Plus, learn how your watercolor palette may be working against you and what you can do about it.
The significance of pigments:
Discover what's in your paint and why that makes a difference in your paintings.
Stocke's process:
From observing the subject to applying washes and adding final details, learn how Stocke's process helps him (and maybe you) create powerful paintings.
Selecting a scene:
Explore the role of light, shadow, and composition in creating captivating watercolor paintings.
Understanding focal areas:
Learn why Stocke moves from big to small shapes, where he uses details and where he uses abstraction to create visually compelling compositions.
Practical tips for painting on location:
Get ideas on how to deal with changing light including what you need to get in your initial sketch so that you can paint even after all your shadows move.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ron Stocke as he shares his expertise, techniques, and insights into mastering the art of watercolor painting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this episode offers valuable knowledge and encouragement to fuel your own creative journey.
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