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My starting line up - standard palette Updated for 2024

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Drawing Process for Sight size - Cartoon for painting transfer - Clementine by Henri Lehmann

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Transferring a drawing or image using a paint transfer method

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Varnishing an oil painting with Conservar

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If you use titanium white and notice the paint darkening after it dries, you're not crazy.

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Voodoo darkening - Titanium white darkening after it dries

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Everything But The Paint Recording.

Online Pre-Recorded | Available

Class Description

Prepare yourself for a tsunami of information about all the things related to being a professional painter, other than the actual painting/drawing/etc. Julie had a 10 year career in graphic design and video editing and after leveling up her work with atelier training, she decided to transition her focus to making art her life. In this webinar, she will share her experiences, advice and recommendations on building a sustainable art practice from the ground up.

If you've taken a class with Julie before, you know her approach is down-to-earth and can aid artists of any skill level. Found out where it's worth investing your money and what you can opt to not waste your money on.

Things we plan to discuss (but not limited to):
- Personal organization recommendations
- Website/online presence
- Framing
- Working with galleries
- Pricing your work
- Commissions

You will get a link to the Zoom Webinar recording and the pdf/misc files that were provided.

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Recorded Color Bootcamp A Practical Guide to Dynamic Color

Online Pre-Recorded | Available

Class Description

Tired of creating piles of mud? Are you looking for a reliable consistent paint mixing approach? Of course you are! In this recorded webinar/3 day workshop, we will dive into the complex world of color mixing, perception and relationships. While color mixing can seem overwhelming or complicated, this approach is all about being logical, and easy to understand. We will go over color theory/color space, and our color mixing/matching strategy.

Day 1 - we ensure that we fully understand our tools and use that to develop a color mixing strategy that is repeatable and consistent so we can learn how to make subtle and accurate adjustments to our paint mixes.

Day 2 - we will learn how to integrate our new-found color mixing/matching skills into our painting practice. We will cover how and why to make a color study. Julie will demo the start of a color study. While the lecture and demo ends partway through the second day, the recordings include visuals and critiques of in person workshop students while they begin making a color study from the flat (from a printed image). Many people find watching the critiques extremely helpful.

Day 3 - full workshop students will continue to work on color studies with feedback and input. Again, the recordings include visuals and critiques of the in person workshop students while they continue a color study.

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Class Description

Instructor

Julie Beck

Julie Beck - Instructor & Assistant Director

Julie Beck is an award winning oil painter specializing in tromp l'oeil, still life, and figurative oil paintings. Julie completed her training at ARA Boston in 2016 and has been teaching here since 2013. Her honors include multiple Gold Medals at the Guild of Boston Artist's Annual Non-Member Competition, 2016 and 2019 Best in Show for the Richeson Annual Still life and Floral Competition, and has been a finalist in the Art Renewal Center's Annual Salon 4 years in a row with honorable mentions as well as First Place still life. She was selected to participate in and won third place in the 2017 Still life Painting Competition at the Grand Central Atelier. She is also currently a member at the Saint Botolph Club. Her work can be found in private collections throughout the US and internationally. For more about Julie and her work, visit http://www.juliebcreative.com

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Academy of Realist Art Boston | Recorded The Magic of Indirect Painting | Online Registration

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If you're interested in buying the class where I paint this, and then you can paint along and learn everything from start to finish, you can find that here: https://reg125.imperisoft.com/araboston/ProgramDetail/3833303935/Registration.aspx

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Misc progress shots

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Below are the larger works that are available. For small works or studies that are available, check out this Google Photos album and then contact Julie about details.

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Conservar Regalrez 1094 Varnish Kit allows you to make varnish fresh to use when needed. The kit contains the following items:

* Mineral Spirits (solvent)
* Regalrez 1094 (varnish resin)
* UV Stabilizer
* Mixing jar
* Pipette

Conservar Finishing Varnish (made by Natural Pigments) is a colorless, reversible varnish made from hydrogenated hydrocarbon (Regalrez 1094) resin dissolved in pure, low-aromatic solvent and UV light stabilizer. Conservar Finishing Varnish is made according to the original formula developed by E. René de la Rie formerly of the National Gallery, Washington, D.C. Varnishes based on this formula will not crosslink or yellow over 100 years as shown by tests conducted at the National Gallery, Washington, D.C.* Conservar achieves optimum wetting of the paint surface to enhance and bring out colors, has minimum solvent action on paint, and maximum resin content for best coverage. It dries to a film that levels well and can be rubbed when dry just like mastic or dammar varnishes.

* Rene de la Rie and Christopher McGlinchey. 1990. New synthetic resins for picture varnishes. In Cleaning, Retouching and Coatings: Technology and Practice for Easel Paintings and Polychrome Sculpture-Preprints of the Contributions to the Brussels Congress, September 3-7, 1990 (J.S. Mills and P. Smith, eds.) pp. 168-73. International Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

Recommended Uses

Conservar Regalrez Varnish is recommended as a final varnish on the following paint films:

Varnishes do not work well with casein, distemper, egg tempera, gouache, watercolor and drawings because the varnish will be absorbed by the paint and/or paper, becoming an integral part of the picture that could cause discoloration. In addition, varnishes on works created using casein, distemper, egg tempera, gouache, watercolor and drawing cannot be removed.

To varnish casein, distemper, egg tempera, gouache, watercolor and drawings, apply an isolating coating on the painting or drawing first, then apply a final picture varnish, such as Conservar Finishing Varnish. In this way, the final varnish can be removed without damaging the painting or drawing underneath. Remember, however, any isolating coating becomes a permanent part of the art work since it is absorbed by the paint layer.

Coverage

Makes approximately four fluid ounces (118 ml) which covers approximately 80 square feet (7.4 square meters).

Directions

Prior to actual use, it is very important to test Conservar varnishes on test pieces to understand how they perform and how they alter the surface appearance of your paintings. For best results, apply to a test piece that is similar in composition as the artwork to be varnished. This will help ensure that a successful varnish application will be achieved.

How to Prepare

Remove all items from package. Pour mineral spirits into jar with varnish resin. Close jar tightly, shake and allow to stand until completely dissolved (usually one to two days). Once dissolved and no remaining resin particles are visible in the jar, fill pipette with solvent from jar and release into small amber vial containing the UV stabilizer. Close the vial and shake until completely mixed. Pour solvent and stabilizer mixture into jar. If the vial is not completely empty, draw any remaining liquid into pipette and release into jar. Stir the contents of the jar well and the varnish is ready to use. Best used within 30 days of combining ingredients.

When to Varnish

The best practice is to wait 6 to 12 months before varnishing with Conservar Regalrez Varnish. Oil and alkyd paint films need time (typically months) to polymerize and form a resilient film otherwise a coating added on top of an improperly cured film may cause the layers beneath to swell and loosen.

It may be possible to apply Conservar Regalrez Varnish when the thickest areas of your painting are dry through- not touch dry. To determine if your painting is "dry-through", press into the thickest area of your painting with your thumb at the same time twisting it a full 90° on the paint film. If your painting is on a flexible support, such as stretched canvas, be certain to provide support to the opposite side. The paint is considered dry-through when there is no loosening, detachment, wrinkling, or other of distortion visible on the paint surface. This procedure is fully described in the ASTM Standard D1640: Standard Test Methods for Drying, Curing, or Film Formation of Organic Coatings at Room Temperature.

Please note, however, that the more the oil paint is allowed to polymerize or cure the more likely the varnish application will be successful. Always test the application of varnish on test pieces first to determine the suitability of the varnish for your application.

Preparation for Varnishing

Acclimate your painting and varnish materials and tools to the same environment. At least several hours prior to varnishing, place all items, such as your painting, brushes, containers, and Conservar varnish, in the same room. Varnish in a dust-free environment with the least amount of air movement to avoid raising dust.

It is best to brush or spray apply Conservar varnishes. Other methods, such as applying with paint pads, sponging or rolling, are not recommended, as they may result in foaming, loss of film clarity, non-uniform coverage, excessive film build, sagging, or deposit of materials from the application tool.

Brush Application

Apply with a wide flat, soft-hair brush. Conservar Regalrez Varnish can be thinned up to 20% with odorless mineral spirits. DO NOT MIX WITH WATER. Apply only one coat as a final varnish when applying by brush. Allow to dry three days and wipe varnished surface with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Spray Application

The best way to achieve an even coating of varnish is to apply by spraying. This is particularly true for impasto surfaces. Spraying is also a useful technique for creating a matte surface. The size of the surface to be sprayed will determine the best type of spray equipment to use. Conservar varnishes can be sprayed from an airbrush, airless or air-pressure spray equipment, or refillable aerosol spray can.

To prepare for spraying, make sure all equipment is free of dirt. Work in an area free of dust and dirt and keep work off the ground when spraying. Spray two to four light even coats instead of one or two thicker applications, allowing enough time for drying between coats (1 to 4 hours or until the surface is tack free).

Release the spray trigger when stopping the motion of the sprayer during application in order to avoid a buildup of varnish in one spot. Maintain a uniform distance from the surface, and avoid spraying in an arcing motion. Make straight passes across the work, changing direction once the spray has cleared the edge of the piece being varnished. Slightly overlap the spray pattern with each pass, until the entire passage has been covered.

To achieve a more uniform spray application, turn the painting 90 degrees and apply the subsequent coat perpendicular to the previous one. A typical spray application lays down a film only 1/8 to 1/4 the thickness of a brush coat application. If maximum protection is required of the varnish layer, apply multiple coats.

Drying Time

When applying multiple coats (spray application only), allow 1 to 4 hours in between coats. Inspect the surface for tackiness, which may mean that the coat is not sufficiently dry. Let the varnish cure several days before packing or transporting the painting. During transportation and storage, avoid contacting the surface with packing materials, including glassine, bubble wrap or any other plastic. NEVER STACK PAINTINGS, whether varnished or not.

Care and Storage

As Conservar varnishes are removable, it is important that they not be painted over. Paint applied over the varnish would also be potentially removable, and would pose a difficult problem in conservation or restoration attempts.

Techniques for Reducing Gloss

There are a number of different ways to reduce the gloss of Conservar varnish:

1. Dilute the varnish with additional solvent before using.

2. Apply a thin coating. The thinner the coating, the lower the gloss.

3. Brush the varnish as it dries. When the varnish is starting to set up, if you continue to brush it then you will microscopically roughen the surface and it will be less glossy.

4. Spray apply the varnish.

If the varnished surface of your painting appears too glossy, you can apply a final coating of Conservar Wax. Rub on a thin layer of wax with a soft, lint-free cloth using small circular strokes. Allow the wax to dry overnight for the highest degree of matte. To create a satin finish, allow the wax to dry for about 4 to 6 hours, and then gently buff.

Cleanup

Clean all equipment immediately following application. Clean brushes with odorless mineral spirits, such as Rublesol. To ensure desired results, always make a test piece for your particular application and surface.

Removal

Use a clean, soft, lint-free rag dampened with odorless mineral spirits. Gently rub the varnished surface and repeat process until all varnish is removed. Do not use stronger solvents. Allow to dry and reapply Conservar varnish.

Regalrez is a registered trademark of Eastman. Conservar is a trademark of Natural Pigments. Rublev Colours is a registered trademark of Natural Pigments.

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The Academy of Realist Art is where I teach most of my classes and workshops. A fabulous variety for painters of any skill level. This is also where I trained.

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The Academy of Realist Art, Boston was established in the historic leather district of Boston in 2009 by Cindy MacMillan. We have grown into a cozy medium-sized academy that prides itself on providing a nurturing environment with enthusiastic instructors that care about their students while demanding the highest standards of performance from them. Students receive individualized practical instruction advancing at their own pace while working to achieve the highest levels of draftsmanship and painting skills. This intensive and focused teaching methodology has a proven record of success with students enrolling as beginners and those more advanced.

We implement a curriculum that has been modeled after 19th century French Academies with refinements that reflect the modern world. Our instructors have studio space in the school and welcome having an open discourse about their own art and work experiences as a complement to their class instruction. We also offer numerous high quality workshops with in-house and outside instructors that we admire.

Looking for adult education, continuing education classes or online art classes? Check out our evening and weekend classes, in-person workshops and online classes that are open to anyone. Basic drawing classes? Look for any "Bargue" drawing class. Here you'll get the basics and work alongside people of all levels but still get individualized instruction. Our art classes are geared towards people of all skills levels and backgrounds.

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These are the paints that I ALWAYS have out on my palette. I know them more than any other colors. I am 100% familiar with their personalities, so I don't have to think when I'm mixing. This is also how I lay them out on my palette in order:

Color Preferred Brand Qaulities

Cobalt Turqoise Bright

Vasari is expensive but Winsor Newton Cobalt Turquoise Light is a good substitute.

Blue - mid value, high chroma, medium drying time, greenish blue, generally opaque, medium tinting

THE ONLY 3 MEASURABLE DIMENSIONS OF COLOR

1. Hue (The color family... red? Blue? yellow?)

2. Value (How light or dark the color is)

3. Chroma (How intense the color is, how vibrant or saturated it is)

WARM and COOL are relative terms. They describe a relationship between two things. They are not measurable quantities.

WHITES

I almost exclusively use lead white. My preferred brands are Natural Pigments #1 (made with linseed oil) or #2 (made with walnut oil) and Old Holland. Here's how general whites differ depending on the pigment itself:

If you use titanium white, beware of "voodoo darkening". This is a somewhat unexplained phenomenon in which certain titanium mixtures dry darker than they appear when wet. This can make matching a color, or patching areas almost impossible. The titanium that does this the least is Gamblin's Flake White Replacement. This is a titanium white that they have added bodied linseed oil so it acts more like lead. It is still a titanium and in terms of color mixing still acts much like a full titanium.

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These are the paints that I ALWAYS have out on my palette. I know them more than any other colors. I am 100% familiar with their personalities, so I don't have to think when I'm mixing. This is also how I lay them out on my palette in order: Hue (The color family...

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New Wave POSH Table Top Wooden Artist Palette | Neutral Grey Stain, 16 x 20 inches, Fits in Masterson Sta-Wet Premier and Artist Palette Seal, Wooden Painting Palette, Oil Paint Palette, Wood Palette

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