Lesson. Portrait Painting

Duration: 1 hour 27 minutes. 4K Resolution. Pre-recorded video lesson, divided into 3 parts. Can be watched an unlimited number of times at any convenient time during the course access period.

  • Artist’s voice: audio in the selected language

  • Instant access to the video lesson for 12 months

  • The lesson becomes available immediately after payment

  • Self-paced lesson

  • PDF file with a list of materials, a reference photo, and a gridded photo with grid lines applied

Everything discussed in this video is based on my personal experience and the knowledge I have gained from various sources throughout my life

Lesson Content

Paints and Brushes

used in the creation of this portrait.

Canvas preparation

In this section, I demonstrate my usual process for preparing the canvas surface for a comfortable and efficient workflow.

Imprimatura

Canvas toning and preparation for the painting process

Applying the drawing

If you are not confident in drawing, you can use the reference photo with a grid to transfer the image onto the canvas

Underpainting and blocking in the main forms and volumes

In this section, I structure the painting and define the major shadow masses. This is the first stage of image development

Mediums

I explain which medium I use at the beginning and which one I use during the later stages of the process

Main part of the lesson

A step-by-step portrait painting process: from laying in the main color masses to the final refinement of key details. During color mixing, the palette is visible on screen, and when needed, the photo reference appears in the frame for comparison and analysis alongside the painting. Clear explanations of key points and full visual demonstration throughout the process

Varnishing the painting

In real time

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive the latest updates

Thank You