Oil Painting Grand Canyon Tutorial and Quick Finish Event
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- Follow along as I do an oil painting of a cowboy and his horse looking out into the Grand Canyon for the 2018 Mountain Oyster Art Show quick finish event in Tucson Arizona. Along the way I share my thoughts and techniques for painting this challenging subject and show you some scenes at the quick finish event. In a quick finish, you have a limited amount of time (2 hours in this challenge) to complete your painting and then have it offered for sale to the audience.
If you'd like to vsee more work by Steve Atkinson, visit www.SteveAtkinsonStudio.com
My palette: Ivory Black, raw umber, cold grey medium (Rembrandt brand), yellow ochre, burnt sienna, green earth hue (Utrecht brand), cerulean blue, ultramarine blue, dioxazine purple, titanium white, lemon yellow, cadmium orange, permanent red medium (Rembrandt brand), alizarine crimson permanent (Gamblin brand). My painting medium is Liquin Original.
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"Eternal Hope" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Relaxing Piano Music" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Congratulations for both of you for you that sold the painting thanks for the couple that bought it I'm sure they will enjoy it throughout the ages and their children will enjoy the heirloom it is a very beautiful painting just breathtaking
(1 min mark): "I really do wish that I can show this to you in real time but unfortunately I don't think many people who would be willing to give up 3 days." I DO! Great video and painting Steve!
Yes I would love to see him paint on original speed and a close-up LOL it would be heaven.
Humbled by His presence is a wonderful title for this picture. When I first walked up to the edge of the Grand Canyon, it took my breath away. I felt the presence of God there.
When I’m struggling with rocks I come back to this video - thanks. “When I like the painting I sign my name, when I don’t I use someone else’s”. Feel free to use my name on all the ones you don’t like Steve. 😃
Will do Dan, will do!
Steve, I have been watching your videos for years and have seen many of them, like this one, several times. Watching you paint and your demeanor gives me a peaceful easy feeling. Thanks for sharing a portion part of your life. 👍🏻👏🏻
Well said, same here ;)
So beautiful! I do wish we could have watched the whole thing original speed. LOL thank you so much for the adventure, very enjoyable!...❤. I love it from the beginning knowing what you're going to paint ,how many artists keep sending mystery until the end which I don't care for at all.!
Your demo of painting the rocks, along with your commentary on the cool & warm temperatures, was invaluable to us beginning and intermediate artists. Thank you for sharing! Congrats on the sale. I know they will always enjoy different parts each time they view this painting!
Cute to keep us all happy..so ill sign your name..lol I love your paintings.. I ve been holding off doing one similar but now I feel so much more confident to do it. I use to paint in oils all the time. Now that I know I can manipulate acrylics in much the same manner ..it sure saves in clean up and fumes when a small space to work in...thanks again truly inspired.
Thank you Mayda! You got this 😃
This was fabulous. I absolutely love the painting, and it was especially nice to see you finish it at the quick finish, as well as see the people who purchased it. The colors are so beautiful. Thanks again for sharing your wonderful work and painting tips.
Wow! Superbly done. I so very much appreciated watching this video, before I start a Plein Air week. A reminder at my age of 70 why I love to paint.❤️🎨
Thanks Marietta. I hope you have a ball at your plein air week. Stay hydrated! 🌟
Omg 😱 sooo beautiful 🤩!!!!!!
I wish to paint landscape like that 🥰🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 Bravo 👏
Awww, thanks Cary!
I will try the purple trick it's probably the cool against the warm colours ,great idea
Oh my. How can I be so blest for my eyes to see what you are doing and for my ears to hear you so wonderfully explain every detail and so blest for my heart to feel such a privilege . Thank you so very much for sharing your talent. Bless you.
Thank you Sandra, I appreciate your kind words. Paint on!!
Blessed
Another great lesson. I keep checking every day for your next video. I’ve improved my broken color techniques by watching you work. Love the stories as well. Can’t thank you enough.
Wow, you are so blessed. With talent and good friends. Great painting, congratulations on the sale!
I cannot tell how grateful I am and encouraged by watching this video and a few others. Your work is inspiring and commentary is well thought out. Please keep posting and painting, I hope to meet you someday. Clear skies and God Bless.
Thanks Friend, I truly appreciate your kind words... I'll keep uploading if you'll keep watching! Paint on!!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt I meant every word... As some pilots say to others before a long flight. Clear skies and Tail Winds..
It's an old video I know, and I'm so pleased you sold it, it was beautiful! And as usual your words are wisdom, thank you for sharing. Cheers from Tasmania!
Stunning! If I could paint like you I would be soooo happy. Thanks for the video.
Thanks so much. Painting the canyon is on my schedule but it is daunting! This was helpful to remember not to put in every little detail!
You are so inspiring. Thank you.
Thank you!!
I am not a country girl but I still love watching and learning from your oil paintings
Hiya Evie! I appreciate that, and I didn't start out as one either, but I married a Southwest gal and I was completely hooked. And hey, painting is painting, no matter what we choose to paint right? Thanks for checking in and Paint On!!
Hello. I've only just found your channel. This is the first of your videos I've seen. I always love watching people paint. Mainly as I'm drinking my morning coffee sat in the studio before I start working. Cheers. Look forward to seeing more
Already in the early stages of the painting of the rock formations to the left, I felt in love with this picture. All those lovely blues in contrast to those warm, deep rusty-orange hues along side the lighter rockformations in all kinds of yellows... Oh, man...❤️ You are indeed a wizard. Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge - I really enjoy watching you work a lot!
Thank you so much Anna. Sometimes it works easily and other times... well, not so much. Grin!
I love watching you paint and following your thoughts as you share your genius. The advice you share is priceless. This was amazing. Thank you so much
Thank you for watching Norma and for taking the time to comment. I appreciate you being a part of our channel! Paint on!!
This video was just what I needed today! I have painted in acrylics for about 5 years, but I live in Montrose, CO where the air is very dry. I finally became so tired of fighting the drying time issue that I made the leap to oils recently. I have a lot of head knowledge, but just can’t seem to translate it into brush knowledge! Grrr... Your incredibly well done videos that not only explain your process, but remind me to keep painting, not get discouraged, and have faith that it will come, bring me back to center - thank you! I hope to meet you someday to thank you in person! I understand that making content like this takes a lot of time and effort and I truly appreciate your giving and kind spirit!
Awesome painting. Love the video. Appreciate the reminder about putting too much detail in places that aren't the focal point. Great tip. Thanks.
Thanks Karen! I know I find myself repeating the same reminders to me over and over again so that I remember them... grin. Kinda like a mantra! Paint on!!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt I did too Karen.....I just painted my first desert landscape of Colorado and it was such a challenge and those details drove me bananas - but over time I made them softer and gained ground. Love This video and the positive descriptions and tips you provide...very gifted and so grateful that you share your craft with us. Kudos on a lovely piece
Ah, I LOVE watching you work! Thank you so much for sharing and for the inspiration! 💎
You are so welcome!
Your rock work is incredible ! I watch every stroke and absorb the technique and reason for it. I am working on an Oil of the Grand Canyon, per a requested commission and cannot believe how difficult it is. . . even with many yrs of education, I had very little 'en plein air' work ~ Thanks for your great narration as you work, as it is so helpful and captivating . I am in Scottsdale, wondering if you ever come this way or teach here ? Thanks again, I love your work ~
Many layers, veery soft touch, some geometric shapes, thanks for brilliant instruction
Thank you! Cheers!
From beginning to end, this was great! Wow, and the new owners to boot.
Thanks so much Essie! I'm glad you found it helpful. Paint on!!
Great advice. Love your tutorials.
SUCH a great video. Wonderful advice.Great color and temperature vibrations. I wondered how people paint the Grand Canyon - just like everything else!! I’ve learned to not judge my paintings in the earlier stages. It just takes time and looking and looking and looking to choose the corrections I want to make. I used to get frustrated that things initially looked like failure, only to learn that if I’m patient, it can still be great. I put stuff up where I can see it for a couple of days and glance at it from time to time. I also photograph the picture and any reference I have at the end of each session, so I can see the progress.
Hi Elizabeth, I'm so glad to hear that this video helped you. It sounds like you're on the right path. Keep it up and Paint On!
This video is priceless! Thank you so much. You’ve helped me with your in depth explanation as you paint.
Hi Dale, thanks, I'm doing my best to figure out how to show as much of the painting process as I can, while teaching, for paintings that take days or even weeks to do. It's all a balancing act right... grin?
Thank you. You have know idea how much your painting have inspired me.
I will continue to watch you paint.
Lou
Thank you Louis, that's very kind of you. Thanks for continuing to watch and for checking in. Paint on!!
Love, love, love your composition.😊
Thanks Jessica!
My favorite artist. Well explained with a calming voice. Very inspirational. Thank you Sir.
Thanks Jim, I really appreciate that! Let me know if you have a tutorial you're looking for and I'll see what I can do... Paint On!!!
I'm new to your RUclips videos, but I really love your paintings they're beautiful! And sharing with us by taking us through the painting as you work is a wonderful learning experience on it's own, thank you for sharing. Cheers from Tasmania!
Hi Howling Wind (great name)! Thank you for that kind comment. I've been blessed in my life to be able to do what I love for a living. I hope sharing these videos will help others on the path to being the best artist they can be. Paint on!!
I watch this over and over for painting rocks. Thank you so much.
Thank you! Cheers!
You get your colors and values perfect, they look so real right away! I'm still learning how to do that.
Hi Tayor, keep punching away at it and one of these days you'll start hitting it on the nose more and more often. You never fail unless you give up, ha!
@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt , never give up! Never surrender!! LOL
Real good! The shape of these brushstrokes are also what made this painting nice!
Merci pour ce plaisir, oui vous voir peindre est un plaisir, bonne continuation.
Merci beaucoup!
Just started draw after a couple of years now you make want to paint
I wish i could start painting today.
Your videos and work are the highlight of my day.
Thank you
Hi Tom, it makes my day to know that I'm inspiring you to pick up that brush. That makes it all worthwhile. Painting has given me purpose and direction in my life. I hope that comes through in my videos, so having it help you along your path makes me smile... Paint on!!
You are an excellent, generous and inspiring teacher. Thank you
Much appreciated @fedeabascal!
That was great! Wonderfully done, I especially like your technique, simple and very effective.
Thanks Ryan, I really appreciate that!
Great video with a fantastic ending. A picture so beautiful it should be in a gallery for everyone to see if.
Those lucky buyers. 👌
Thank you H Bendzulla, what a nice thing to say. I appreciate the thought. Thanks for checking in... paint on!
Very, very beautiful painting of a captivating canyon. Bravo on the quick-finish!
really love watching this, wonderful warm colours and a great technique.
Thanks Derek, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting!
First time seeing your video I love it I'm trying to do a painting of the Grand canyon on Three canvas 11x14 in acrylics. Thank you you are great artist.
Thanks Carlos... best of luck with your paintings. You got this!
Very nice painting! Love that you occasionally use the brushes that your parents gave you, AKA your fingers! I do that too, and I think of them, and thank them for the encouragement they always gave me to pursue art!
Very much enjoyed, you have inspired. Beautiful work
Thank you so much Peggy! I appreciate that... Paint on!!
Wonderful tutorial video. You did a fantastic job on this painting. Now I know what a quick finish event is all about. Your comments and advice are much appreciated.
I FELT THE SAME WAY! THE FIRST TIME SEEING IT TOOK MY BREATH AWAY!!
Thanks for watching Charlotte! It's a magical place for sure!!
Love your work and please keep the music used ins this video. very pleasant. it's the same music I paint with every day. it makes remembering easy.
Wow what a generous instructor! I have watched three of you painting tutorials in a row today. I greatly appreciate your honest approach and willingness to share. My instructor, Rita Reed, told me to celebrate the lost edges. You do it well!
Hi Laura, thanks for tuning in. I hope I can show you some stuff on how I do things. Or at least what I'm thinking as I work. Rita is exactly right... lost edges are awesome!!! Thanks for being a Repeater!
Just amazing.
Wow! What an inspiration! From beginning to end your patience and detailed description is just amazing! Thanks for the video. I love to paint the Grand Canyon! The colors are so vibrant when it’s sunny but also stunning shadows along with the greenery, it is all breathtaking. What a great composition. Congratulations and best wishes in your artistic journey. Simply gorgeous! I just visited the fire valley in Nevada and I took amazing photographs! My goal is to paint one of the majestic scenes! Thanks again and looking forward to your next video! ♥️👍
Hi Crisalida, thank you for that! You comment was waiting for me when I got in the studio. What a great way to start the day! I'm so glad you found it helpful cuz that's my goal in doing these videos. I've not been to fire valley, hopefully that's a romantic name and not a literal one, grin... I'm sure you'll do a great job on painting the valley. Best of luck and welcome to our little corner of ArtTube!
Great artist, simple talker whom makes complicated stuff easy to understand and fun to listen to. Thanks for sharing and maybe I will try another Grand Canyon painting effort but dammit, I get so lost in all those rocky layers!
Thanks Mark for watching and your kind words. Please do try again! I had to start with simple scenes with just a few layers, but it worked for me... maybe for you too?!? Paint on brother!!
II LOVE Your WORK!
excellent work...I think you're the only left-handed painter I've seen so far on youtube...
What a professional and methodical approach. I really enjoyed this.
Thank you!
...and this is why I subscribe to you. A pro at work with an exciting medium, subject and result. Awesome as usual Steve (love the painting title too!) The comments about light, value and process are invaluable. I can tell you, because I've been at this RUclips thing for a bit, viewers don't realize what they are getting from you in terms of artistic wisdom and experience is rare. There is a lot of "pretend" junk on this social platform just to be frank. All that said, the clown with the hat, messing with your painting near the end?... hmm...you might consider letting him go. Who is that flunky anyway? 😉😉😂
Hi Steve! Thank you so much for your kind words about what I'm doing here on RUclips... the feeling is very mutual. In fact, I had the courage to try watercolor because of watching your channel "The Mind of Watercolor", and Brian Ashmore's too! So, when I watch your videos, not only are you making me laugh (with you not at you, lol), but I'm really learning something. That's what I hoped I'd be able to do as well. Oh, about the clown in the hat at the end... it's my stunt double. I know, I know... he looks nothing like me, but the really talented doubles cost a fortune and he's all I could afford!
😄!
Nice to see you two masters of RUclips tutoring subscribe to each other and admit you learn as well.
I am inclined to say this was a magnificently spectacular video. Very informative and exceptional narration. Combine those factors with the sheer mastery of the painter and the brilliance of the painting and I am left nearly breathless. As fine an instructional video as can be found-simply inspirational! Well done, indeed!
Hi Chuck, thanks for your incredibly nice comment. I'm so glad that you found it helpful and that you took time out of your day to comment... welcome to the art family! Paint on!!
That's some high level painting! Great job.
Thanks Erik, that's much appreciated! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Paint On!!
Hi Steve, got my copy of Carlson Guide To Landscape Painting and I'm looking forward to the read. I felt it Steve Atkinson recommended it and called it his go to book then it has to be good. Thanks again, for the recommendation.
That's great Kathleen! Like I say, the language is kinda flowery, it's how they wrote early in the 20th century, but if you stick with it, it's full of pearls of painting wisdom and you'll be miles ahead. Good on you!!!
Love your explanation of your process...very helpful to this new developing artist (me) who is still trying to figure it all out
Wow.. need to rewind this video.. loving it thanks SO much.
So very glad I found your channel. We met at the new Visions show in St George in 2019. You explain just what I need to hear in your videos. Thanks for doing this.
Hi Charm! I'm so glad you find these videos helpful. New Visions is one of my very favorite shows to do cuz I get to talk with people like you! We're still having the auction and I just sent a 90 second video to Jane at Illume gallery of my auction painting 🖼! Here's to seeing you next year at the show!!!
a magical work and a magical artiste
Wonderful painting too!
beautiful painting and beautiful energy! All the best!
Top notch all the way
Very nice!!😉👍
Grande artista e grande pessoa também. Parabéns!
Color and light are harmonious, love it !
Hi Yi-Ting Lee, thanks for watching and for the compliment. It's much appreciated! Paint on!!
Good job man👍💯
Lovely lesson
Impressive! This helps me with simplifying shapes.
Wow!!!STUNNING!!
I just found you on RUclips and your never going to get deleated thank you .
Hiya JBG! I'm so glad you found my little channel, we have a lot of fun here and learn a little along the way. Thanks for a compliment that even my parents haven't given me, lol! Paint on!!
Beautiful, thank you !
Glad you like it!
I really enjoyed watching how you handled the light on the rocks, values and adjust the temperature as you go. Thanks for explaining the process and sharing your experience. I love how you are able to keep it impressionistic and painterly looking. Perfect 👌! I’ve subscribed and look forward to seeing more vids in the future. 🙂
Thanks for that Kevin, I appreciate your feedback. Glad you subbed and I'm looking forward to hearing from you in the future. Paint on!!
Draw Paint Repeat Actually, You’ve motivated me, dinner is over and I’m headed back into my studio right now! 🙂
Way to go Kevin!!!
Love your rocks. Would have kept the figures a bit closer to the center myself...but well done. Oh, I liked the sky too. You got a lot of quiet drama in a very small space. I tried this topic once years ago and was never happy with it...you have inspired me. Maybe I'll try something again.
Totally enjoyable...I'm a fan!!!
Thank you Maria, you're very kind and welcome to our community!
Awesome!!
Fantastic
loved your technique, I really love these kind of paintings, loved this video
Thanks Uday! Glad you took the time to watch and let me know your thoughts.
Excellent Steve! Looking forward to meeting you on March 1.
That's great David, looking forward to the gathering too. See you there!!!
Beautifulllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll !
Hello Steve, thank you for another learning experience.
Hi John, I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
very nice work
Best art work of artists
Thank you Jaykishan@art, you're very kind and I appreciate it! Paint on!!
Wonderful painting and great instruction. Thanks for sharing your palette. Are you using bristle brushes - they look like really good ones. Most of my painting has been a grisaille and many layers and glazes using soft brushes. How refreshing it is to watch you paint. Thanks again.
Really love it, is it possible to share how you do the horse and man?
Amazed
You are awesome..I really loved seeing the way you paint..also the comments were really realistic..thank you..Rakesh from India..
Thank you so much Rakesh. I'm glad you liked it and I hope it helps you somehow!! Greetings from Prescott, Arizona.
best work very nice colour
Thank you Ramesh!
Congratulations
Nice work, love the brush work
Thanks mbrownie22, I'm glad you checked it out and for checking in!
Beautiful!