How to Paint TREES AND FOLIAGE

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This tutorial takes you through 4 stages towards creating this painting that includes:
1. Composition
2. Blocking in the painting
3. Adding detail
4. Final details
This artwork was painted using oils but you could also paint this in acrylics too. I also show you the colours I used to create this painting.
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Happy painting.
Sam

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Sam's tutorials are always some of the best around ! Thanks for all that!

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Thank you so much 😊

[@lorenholmberg2822]

Yourself and Andrew Tischler are without question the premier painter/instructors of the use of light/darks and the colors which make them work!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Loren, I plan to make some more videos explaining colour mixing so stay tuned 😊

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

This is a stunning landscape Sam! I love it mate! Great job! :)

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Thanks mate 🙂

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Andrew Tischler yes

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Andrew and Samuel, my two favorite artists!

[@karenartist7460]

I’ve seen all landscape paintings in RUclips are all amazing but I always think of my work is too messy because I’m self taught, and it seems every time I painted a landscape, not turn out as I imagine it would be, so anyone out there would be so kind and give me some advice how to get better like all of your guys out there. Thank you 🙏 god bless

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I love your relaxed way you teach oil painting. Very generous to provide a written instruction and original photo. Really is a big help.

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Thank you so much 😀

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"By Popular Request - 2 of you" - hahaha. there are a lot of us watching and we likely all love this video!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video. I'll be making more videos on painting trees 🙂

[@stevenshackelford1937]

Such a helpful video on trees with 'GREEN FOLIAGE'! Seems these tutorials are harder to locate. TY so much for making, painting, filming, editing, uploading, and above all - Sharing. Great Outcome!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

You are so welcome Steven, thank you for watching 😀

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Thank you so very much! I'm delighted to have found you

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Welcome aboard, thanks for watching 😊

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Thank you so much for generously sharing your knowledge Sam. Love your work!

[@johnwilson5359]

Fantastic painting and detail, so natural looking. Thank you Sam.

[@orrmarie]

Thank you so much for this video! I really appreciate your taking the time to do these. What I appreciate most is that you not only show us how you create your painting, but you also explain WHY you are doing the things you are doing on the canvas. It's so helpful!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Orrmarie, glad you enjoyed the video 🙂

[@dianiamullinax]

I agree awesome. Thanks Earl for sharing. Love your kind voice.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Diania 🙂

[@heyihan9071]

Excellent teaching. I was happy to feel at just the right point to understand all the information and tips you were sharing. 😊thank you.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you so much 😊

[@anelisemaggetti5459]

Amazing work! Thanks for sharing your technique

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You’re a great art teacher Sam. 👍👍👍👍

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you! 😃

[@martacody8059]

Thank you so much for the great tutorial! I especially like the written notes you've provided. The level of detail was perfect.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Marta, I'm glad you are enjoying the videos and are finding the information helpful 🙂

[@ArtbyLysa]

This is EXACTLY what I needed!! Thank you so so much!! I actually have to sit down and take lots of notes about the color mixtures as I have 2 commissions that include mountains/foliage. They are a challenge for me as I usually do pet portraits. Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Lysa, glad you found the video useful. I'll explain more about colour mixing in future videos.

[@jAS20234]

Wow it’s like watching a beautiful museum piece come to life!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you so much 😊

[@sthorne526]

Thank you so much for explaining not only The How, but more importantly, The Why. Very helpful instruction.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks S Thorne, glad you enjoyed the video 🙂

[@cristycreates2887]

Yay!!! Youre back!! Lol Great job and love the trees and landscape!! 😄💚💙💚

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks again Cristy 🙂

[@cristycreates2887]

Samuel Earp Artist 😄you're welcome! Thanks for sharing!! 🖤

[@JeffChorney]

I agree with Andrew awesome painting. I really love how you captured the shadows cast from the poplar and sycamore onto the dirt path, outstanding Sam!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you so much Jeff 😀

[@TanyaElbournArt]

loved this video Samuel, thankyou! such great helpful advice and tips xx

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Tanya, glad you like the video 🙂

[@saptarishibasu1345]

The guidance on using a black and white image to understand dark and light tones is priceless. Thank you again

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks, glad you found it helpful. 😊

[@ramesh0785]

Thank you Mr Sam. As always outstanding tutorial.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks 😊

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There are so many great artists in New Zealand!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Agree with you there Kevin, there are some damn good artists in New Zealand 😊

[@howardfriedland4633]

Great smile! Comes out in your work!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Howard 😀

[@fhulkster]

great painting Sam, that path really draws you into the trees

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks 😊

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[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Awesome, thank you! 😊

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Very comfortable with your approach!!! Glad to find you!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Kim, more videos to come soon 🙂

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Perfect timing for me right now 👍🏻💚

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Awesomeness 🙂

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Thank you so much for sharing your expertise freely like this. It is really appreciated.

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All good Lyn, it makes me happy that people enjoy the videos and find the information helpful 🙂

[@bernabefernandez3408]

Great painting. Thank you very much, Samuel !!

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Thanks Bernabe 🙂

[@stevenlarsen1691]

Love this painting. We have more dead fall in my area that is fun to paint. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

My pleasure Steven, thank you 😊

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Beautiful work

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Thanks Salvat 🙂

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Even that first plein air is amazing!

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Thanks 😊

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Fantastic painting and explanation.

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Thanks 🙂

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[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks doctord543 and welcome to my channel 🙂

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WOW!!! a real instructional How to video...BRAVO!

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Thanks R. Taylor 🙂

[@christinecho8149]

Sam, thank you so very much for this helpful tutorial video, especially for color mixing tips ! It's so lovely and awaiting to view more & more !!!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Christine, glad you enjoyed the video. I have a little bit more free time and video footage for more painting videos so I'll crack on with editing them and getting them uploaded as soon as possible.

[@christinecho8149]

Thanks so much and I'll stay tunned !!!

[@mrivera10001]

Nice painting. Great job. Love it.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Miguel 😀

[@anh-vantruong1864]

Thank you for your clear instructions. Wonderful landscape.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks 🙂

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Awesome

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Thanks 🙂

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One of, if not THE best, artist/ tutors I've watched. Brilliant and most enjoyable

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks so much for that Paul, glad you're enjoying the videos...more to come soon 🙂

[@ArtistWizardry]

You're so awesome! Your trees are stunning 😍 and thank you for sharing your process!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Zarah 😊

[@normg2242]

Beautiful painting, Sam! You are the very first youtube painter where I actually interrupt the video and take notes. Just from watching two of your videos, I've got a long list of gems already which I can't wait to implement in my painting. I've been stuck on a plateau for years, but now I'm ready for the next level. Thanks buddy, I'm definitely coming back. Keep up the good work!!! ☺

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Norman, glad you are finding the videos helpful 😊

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taught me so much in just a few minutes. perfect video

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Thank you 😊

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Nice work...Thanks for the informative video. From someone learning on his own, you sir are an inspiring and helpful experience. Thank you again

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Well done! Beautiful work!!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Milisa 🙂

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Thank you! Absolute pleasure watching you work.

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Thank you so much 😊

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Thanks, Sam! I am trying to get into landscapes atm. I’ve always painted portraits, so it’s slightly intimidating! You make it look easy lol, and I can’t wait to watch more. On a side note, your hair looks lovely at this length.

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Thanks 😊

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Beautiful work you explain so well.😍

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Thanks Tish 🙂

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Great work, I have been painting about 2 months now. Great fun and your demonstration is very helpful.

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Awesomeness, painting is fun! Thanks, I'm glad you're enjoying the videos :)

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Great class! You are an excellent instructor. Clear explanations.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Susan 🙂

[@jayanichapa10]

Amazing piece of work!! And thanks for the tutorial and the breakdown structure of the process.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks 😊

[@ryanembry9875]

beautiful work man! and very clear explanations of method and technique. such a great resource for us self-taught beginners. appreciate it!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Ryan, I’m editing the next video at the moment which I think you might like 😊

[@sampradhan989]

Thank you sir for detail tutoring. I have been seeing many videos of other artists but you are the only one who show detail process of your painting. Thank you for teaching.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

My pleasure 😊

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Excellent video

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you very much!

[@raylaye6894]

Hi Sam. Thanks for demonstion on mixing paints you have inspired me. I'm now starting to use alkyd paints. I've always used oil for the last 30 years Ray laye South Wales.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thats awesome, thanks Ray 😊

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Fantastic tutorial!!! All of your videos are amazing! You are a great artist and a teacher!!!

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Thanks Marina 🙂

[@EasypaintwithBiswanath]

Its really so good.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks 🙂

[@costelandone5128]

I love it mate! Nice painting! Congrats!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Costello 😊

[@rocket45man]

Extremely clear instruction and beautiful painting as well. In this and prior tutorials the way you constantly repeat stating your color mixtures is very helpful. The repetition really reinforces the lesson. Thanks.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Greg, repetition helps me learn too which is part of the reason I do it. Glad you are enjoying the videos 🙂

[@Jayariee]

I really appreciate this video. I'm on the struggle bus when it comes to painting trees so I've been really practicing

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks. Stay tuned, I’ll be making more videos about painting trees 😊

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Exactly the type of tutorial I like, Thanks, keep them coming! :)

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks James, and yes I will do, I've literally spend today editing the next video 🙂

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What a hottie. I learn a lot from your painting descriptions. 🙏🏼 😊

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Thanks Elsa 🙂

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Just subscribed! Cant wait for your future videos!

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Thanks 🙂

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Gorgeous painting!!

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Thanks 😊

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Outstanding. I have used your technique on two of my paintings and I am very happy with the result

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thats awesome Nellyfromnz 57, I'm glad you are finding the videos helpful 🙂

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Wow, I learned so much from your video. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talents!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Toni, really please you liked the video, more to come soon. 🙂

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Wonderful .you know your greens.thank you

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you! Cheers! 😊

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Excellent video and a beautiful painting!

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Thanks SuperFrasman 🙂

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Thank you for sharing all your thoughts technic!!!!you are the best dear!!!!!

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Thanks Kaleb 🙂

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Beautiful painting- thank you for making this video, it was so helpful!

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Thank you for the video, it's really helpful, awesome.

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Thanks Ahmed 🙂

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Beautiful, and explained clearly. Thank you.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

You're very welcome 😊

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I always learn a lot when I watch you paint.You are inspiring.Thanks for sharing

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

You are so welcome Kathy, thanks 😊

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Thankyou I really learned a lot and enjoyed as a new oil paint student.

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Thanks John 🙂

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Thank you! Keep the videos coming!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Kathleen and yes I will do, sorry it took so long to get this uploaded!

[@LivePaintCreate]

This looks incredible! You are extremely talented. You’ve left me feeling inspired!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks LivePaintCreate, really pleased you enjoyed the video. Happy painting 🙂

[@AmanKumar-ht8zg]

Wow. Finally u hear . Love you friend . 😀💜 👍. This painting is really so beautiful. 💙

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Aman, sorry it took so long for me to get this video out, I'm also still a newbie at video making so sorry that a couple of the closeup shots were a bit blurry. The next videos will be better and I'll get on with editing the next video (I have video footage for several videos)!

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Samuel Earp Artist you did a great job!! So glad you are back!! 😊🖤✌️

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Samuel Earp .. No problem . This video really awesome . Keep up the good work. I love it. 😀

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...aha! just what i needed!

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One of the best instructional videos I have ever watched on painting. You explain the fiddly bits, where others suddenly fast-forward and I am left wondering how a certain area was painted. Your colour explanations are perfect, really informative, and most important of all - you allowed us to follow through with you to the end :) . I get frustrated sometimes when others do a plein air painting, then show us a fully completed artwork at the end that has been finished in the studio...and I don't know how they arrived at the finished piece. Absolutely fantastic, going to check out your links above :)

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Golden_reds, glad you enjoyed the video. I'm going to be making videos about plein air painting too as the techniques and colour mixing can be applied to studio painting, in fact I find that plein air painting has really helped me to improve my studio work. 🙂

[@lisakunish936]

Hi Sam - I just discovered your painting videos via Pinterest... Great videos! It’s so very helpful to hear what’s on your palette and in particular what you use to achieve certain colors. I love your paintings and your style!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thank you so much, awesome you found me on Pinterest...I'm trying to post more content on Pinterest too, I've been a bit slack lately 😊

[@theeaselrider4032]

Excellent video.
Not just the quality of the painting, but you clearly described what colours you were using, and WHY you would mix particular colours. It was very helpful , thanks.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Jamie 😊

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Awesome thank you!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

You're welcome! ☺️

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Beautiful.

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Thanks 😊

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Beautiful

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Thanks Samia 🙂

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Excelente aula. Obrigado por ensinar. Técnica apurada.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks 😊

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Great work...thanks for such an excellent demonstration....

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Thanks Karen 🙂

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love it thank you Sam . Steve.

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Thanks Steve 😊

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Sam a there are so many tutors on video but some time ago i decided to select yours and try to stick to it, clear style and fine voice, i use your advice and the product names when buying, i really enjoyd your edgar paintong with the little three horses, ,how about another out west video, starting with the one next to the first one? Clouds are my favuorite and like paintong these type scenes on model railroading back scenes in nev. Utah and wyo. On the union pacific,, although i live in south africa which also has some spectacular karoo vicstas, tjanks, best wishes

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Hermoso...Gracias!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Mari 🙂

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You're the 1st person I have seen using a dagger brush. Often wondered how to use them. Will have to look into getting one next time I order brushes in.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Yeah, dagger brushes are very useful, great for painting rocks and clouds too. Have you checked out Andrew Tischler’s channel, he uses them all the time 😊

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Thanks Clarice, I hope you enjoy my website 😊

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Awesome video! I already followed your work on instagram so imagine my surprise to see you're on youtube! I hope you keep making awesome videos like these. I found it very informative and inspiring. Thanks!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Jalopy2222 🙂

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Very informative, thank you for sharing.

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Awesome as usual.

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

Thanks Dianne 🙂

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This has been really helpful. Thank you!

[@SamuelEarpArtist]

You're very welcome! 🙂

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Wonderful video!

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Thanks LisaGayle 😀

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Excellent Sam

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Thanks Roberta 🙂