With the Essential 12 Steps you will learn the techniques and processes to switch on to master portrait painting
Having a structured guide to support your creative process as an artist is essential to your success. I selected these steps because they are the most vital for creating a powerful and realistic portrait. When implemented, they’ll help you achieve remarkable results.
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Painting a captivating portrait doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With my Essential 12-Step Switch-On List, you’ll have a proven method to create intuitive and lifelike pastel portraits. However, keeping all 12 steps “switched on” can be challenging when you’re in the moment, deciding how to approach your painting. There is so much to consider, even battling thoughts like, Can I really capture this person’s likeness?
One of the methods I rely on is regularly referring to these 12 steps to ensure every essential element has been incorporated into my work. Having a structured guide to support your creative process as an artist is essential to your success. I selected these steps because they are the most vital for creating a powerful and realistic portrait. When implemented, they’ll help you achieve remarkable results.
This transformative guide is a must-have for artists seeking to bring life and emotion to their subjects. By focusing on the core principles of composition, tone, colour harmony, and more, these steps ensure each portrait is not only technically sound but also brimming with character and depth. Whether you’re crafting the soft contours of a child’s face or the rich textures of an older persons features, my approach takes you from hesitant beginnings to a polished and confident painter.
Inside my Portrait eBooks and demonstration videos, you’ll explore these steps in depth, learning what each one means, how it applies to transforming a reference photo into a stunning portrait, and following along with step-by-step demonstrated studies and practical examples.
Each step provides practical strategies to ignite your artistic intuition, empowering you to make intentional, confident decisions. From understanding the impact of directional lighting to using expressive pastel marks for lifelike details, Cathy’s method simplifies complex concepts into actionable techniques. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike, the 12-Step Switch-On List is your guide to creating portraits that connect with viewers and tell compelling stories in every stroke.
Ready to take your portraits to the next level? Dive into the 12 steps and transform the way you approach portraiture.
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“Cathy is an exceptionally skilled and gifted teacher. She motivates each individual brilliantly, whether they be new, intermediate or an advanced painter. She makes theory and technique exciting! Cathy challenges each student to express their own unique creativity in a warm and caring way.”
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