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Introducing Sunsets in Pastel
An Online Course for All Artists
with Marla Baggetta
Sunsets have captured the imagination of artists for centuries. They’re emblematic of romance and put the astonishing beauty of nature on full display. They offer us the perfect opportunity for honing our painting skills. With sunsets, we get to really learn about light and color while rekindling our inner sense of awe and whimsy.
Pastels give us bold, beautiful color at our fingertips so sunsets are the perfect subject for pastels. This workshop will provide you with a strong grasp of techniques that will make painting your favorite sunsets in pastel a joy! During this online workshop with over 7 hours of video and a 40-page illustrated study guide, we’ll follow the cycles of nature and give expression to emotions and feelings while respecting the principles we need to create works of art.
Over 8 Hours of Video
We have worked hard to bring you high quality instructional videos that provides easy to follow, clear and detailed instruction. You’ll have lifetime access to all the videos enabling you work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home from any device for a seamless and modern online experience.
Beautifully Illustrated PDF
Our 40+ page detailed coursework presents you with an illustrated guide to materials, theory and wisdom from an expert instructor and professional artist covering everything you need to get started with color mastery. Divided into 10 highly structured chapters, Marla will guide you through all of the necessary groundwork, reinforced with exciting exercises and step-by-step demonstrations, providing you a roadmap to becoming an accomplished painter.
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Course Contents
Each chapter focuses on a fundamental of painting or Demo
Chapter 1:
Introduction
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Guided Learning: Welcome
How to Use This Workshop
History
Perception -
Videos: Welcome
Project Preview
Gradients
Chapter 2:
Study
A bit of study will be helpful in creating more
convincing paintings that combine realism and a
personal artistic vision. John F. Carlson described
aerial perspective as the third dimension; the
primary means of creating a sense of space in an
otherwise two dimensional plane. Applying a bit
of knowledge of aerial perspective, some study of
how light scatters, how reflections behave and how clouds are structured all lend
authenticity to a painting.
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Guided Learning: Aerial Perspective
Cloud Types
Rayleigh Scattering
Composing the Sky
Ask the Masters
Chapter 3:
High Desert Glow
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Video:
High Desert Glow Step by Step
Chapter 4:
Summer Sunset
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Video:
Summer Sunset Step-by-Step
Chapter 5:
Evening Reflections
This peaceful and beautiful scene is a simple composition yet has quite a bit of complexity for the artist to delve into. The sky has beautiful subtle shifts of color and value. The edge of the lake with the shimmering lights and little structures are challenging but will add an element of humanity and nostalgia. The reflections will play a leading role in this scene, so depicting them simply and accuratey will strengthen the overall impression.
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Video:
Evening Reflection Step-by-Step
Chapter 6:
Purple Twilight
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Video:
Purple Twilight Step-by-Step
Chapter 7:
Ocean Glow
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Video:
Ocean Glow Step-by-Step
Chapter 8:
Coastal Sunset
Creating drama and mood in the landscape is very much a part of what motivates us to paint, but capturing these fleeting moments that we experience can be a big challenge. What’s more, they can come across as trite and amateurish if we’re not careful. In this lesson we will tackle a moody panoramic sunset.
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Video:
Coastal Sunset Step-by-Step
Chapter 9:
Milky Way
Once we have some tools at our disposal we can begin to push the limits of those tools and use them in more expressive ways. I’m constantly pushing the boundaries of my palette and asking myself “what if?” This is where we can build a bridge between our knowledge and our emotions. We can use flashy and sultry hues. We can use color in a realistic or symbolic fashion. We can push color and even invent it.
- Videos: Milky Way Step-by-Step
Chapter 10:
Afterword
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Guided Learning: Bonus Lesson - Fiji Sunset
Bonus Demo - 4 Quick Sunsets
Self-Critique and Finishing
Sunsets in Pastel!
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Beautifully Designed Study Guide
40+ pages of in-depth content
In Depth Theory and Guidance
Marla isolates the complex principles of painting and investigates them practically and simply so any student can comprehend and execute even the most difficult problems. Moving from simple to more involved concepts, each lesson builds on the previous so you’ll gain a sound foundation to further your study and practice of painting.
Step by Step Guided Demonstrations
Marla guides you through the time-tested fundamentals step by step, stroke by stroke from the very beginning stages of a painting to the finish line in a logical and enjoyable path. Marla stresses the need to develop your own judgement and individual voice as an artist.
A Lifetime of Painting Experience
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Testimonials
Marla has Hundreds of Satisfied Students
I was both stimulated and excited at the prospect of taking on a totally new medium. I adored the class work and the interaction with other students. I hope to take another class soon and I feel I have learned a great deal in”mark making” and with a new medium upon which to play. Thanks, Marla!
Donna, Santa Fe
World Class Video Instruction
Like having a teacher at the easel with you, no matter where you are
Fun and Easeful Instruction
With a lifetime of experience as an artist and educator, Marla brings an unparalleled combination of joy and wisdom directly to your home. We have worked hard to offer beautiful and clear video instruction, providing valuable education and insight, that will keep you inspired for months and even years.
Up Close and Personal at the Easel
Following along while learning has never been easier! The demonstration view shows the progress of each painting, the reference photo and thumbnail when appropriate, so you get to see how each piece is built from start to finish. Marla narrates her progress in real time as she is painting, so you won’t miss a thing!
Sunsets in Pastel! Only $127
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The workshop assignments are online accessible 24×7 – you can take the lessons any time you want. You are not required to complete the course in a specified amount of time. You get access to all the assignments in the workshop at once in a secure member’s area on PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com
When you register for the workshop, you’ll get a Student Account which gives you access to the My Courses area on the PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com website. Your Student Account will allow you take lessons and complete assignments any time you want.
You get lifetime access to the workshop and lessons you pay for so you can finish your painting any time. It’s fun to keep up with your fellow artists and see how they are doing too but you can stop and come back to it any time, 24×7. Assignment reminders are sent via email but you can complete them at your own pace – no problem at all!
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Our Site has been carefully designed to be easy to follow. Our simple learning system tracks your progress and takes out the hassle, allowing you to focus on panting!