Ya man, his simple shapes, killer composing, and beautiful color always make me say, "dude, thats awesome! Well done sir!" By the end, every time. Whether he thinks they "turned out" or not!
There used to be a woman on TV who had a great 'painting demo' program, Sorry can't remember her name, but I have remembered a quote from her that is similar, "Today I'm going to paint or make soup!"
I honestly love the colors of the first house, they go so well together. And the touches of purple on the beach are such a good choice, I wouldn't have thought to do it. I absolutely love this painting!
Thank you for taking us along on your process. I did need to hear that failure is an important part of learning. I know this but it’s good to hear. I also learn when you explain how and why you think what you’ve done could be improved. Sometimes it’s hard to know why. Thank you 🙏
"I feel like if I overthink the waves, they usually don't work out." This is what I discovered with clouds. I used to painstakingly do a "portrait" of each cloud...and they ended up looking like they were made of concrete. I've loosened up and now they really do seem made of water vapor.
watching you paint is so inspiring!! My grandpa was a painter, so I have a bunch of his acrylics~ at 22 I have been feeling a lot recently that it’s too late for me to pick up a new skill if I’m not good at it right away but you teach in a way that makes painting feel so accessible! Especially with sharing that you’re still experimenting etc:) Thankyou!
It's literally never too late. I started painting at the age of 38 and surfing at 54. I would argue that you learn faster when you're older. The reason most people fail at learning something new is that they quit. You're so young! Go for it, and keep going.
Kathryn, you are definitely not too old to start! I'm 66 and only started painting a little over 3 years ago. I only enjoy it, and that's what it's all about. Go for it!
Enjoyed the painting session. There is a lot going on. I think its the first time i have seen you with buildings in the foreground on a coastal painting. How the eye travels across your painting and you keep the viewer interested in it is a thesis in itself. Maybe its one to re-visit again sometime. Reminds me to challenge myself which is something i don't do often enough. Brilliant as ever - best 15mins of the week!
I agree that analyzing the paintings that didn't work is really important ... I often do repeated versions of same scene with the old painting as sort of a reference and change the problem areas on the new one or start fresh again ... Wiping out with paper towel and scraping thick paint with pallet knife also good ...also The beach houses have a bit of a Hopper feel to them nice color/light and shadow ...
Michael, gosh .. your “failure” (according to you) was still a beautiful painting. The buildings in the foreground were particularly “Edward Hopper-esque “ and well done. Love your attitude, humility, and approach to your work. Really inspiring.
11:46 - bristles touch a sun bleached yellow blouse , buttons hold the cuff at the elbows, the collar is button down, with an inner neck construction , low rise up the neck two small buttons, the skirt is tangerine, elastic waist, to knee length, sky blue heart, at the hem , one side right. Across and facing this one , standing, “ peach slacks, of cloth, the blouse sunflower yellow, collar is ruffled elastic inner hem , stays above the shoulders, is just lower than a suggested collar, “” all on the palette right there, beautiful ❤️
5:02 , foreground, bottom right , “” see vertically in the wood grains of the wall , “” standing , three people converse one to another, “” just left , the darkened corner, “” see a ‘ lightened ‘ silhouette’ , this area contains their subject, to the right of the three, see one standing indoors listening in observance, now see low right, “ the back of one approaching” . . . I realize no one sees this, here, in just one corner, but , there is beautiful imagery everywhere in the painting and palette mixing, ( michael , you might see it )❤️
9:28 - michael’s brush touches canvas “” see a beautiful hooded cloak, in “” greened grey, light streaks of mixed white, thinned, narrow, run down its full length, the cloak, pushed back off the shoulders, reveals a the dress , the right shoulder, from behind , massive , in raised lengths, flowing in mixed greens, whites and yellows, in layered strips, ( beautiful ) , Darker shades of greens , the right hip, and main body of the dress, flow vertically, note: Michael’s bristles touch canvas and are on the right elbow and forearm ❤️
I think this painting is successful as a plein air sketch/painting. I agree with your analysis, although overall I didn’t notice much of what you pointed out as a problem, but I can see where improvements could be made. I really like the addition of the houses to the beach scene, something I avoid but will give it a try. I loved how you tackled the red on the house, the mix of red and purple really works for me! Thanks for the inspiration!
Great composition ! Reminds me of Degas who often had large 'empty' spaces in the center of his pictures. Of course it never felt so 'empty', like you did with the waves
You did a really good job with the purple used on the distant wet sand! Plus, the blues and greens of the waves. Excellent! I'm a sucker for anything purple!
Your doubts about the composition, I think, are unwarranted. The buildings in the foreground are like an explosion. There is no doubt at all where the beginning of this story is. So many paintings fail to deliver this starting point. Here you are immediately drawing the eye to mystery. We are looking into a yard that is cut off by the frame in the very, very bottom right of the picture. My curiosity is immediately aroused. What's down there? Who lives there? I go back to the buildings for clues and then notice the broader scene. From the yard I move to the dwelling and from there to the ocean and distant headland and back again - a cycle that repeats until I can hear the muted roar of the waves, smell the salt on the air and, more than anything, actually feel in my chest the sensation of witnessing something special.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. Many painters sell what you are giving freely. I can't really blame them, we all have to make a living. But after a while we grow weary of so many people and so many entities wanting our money. It gets nauseating. You're appreciated.
My eye was drawn to the red house and the light hitting it. Our eyes are naturally drawn to the darkest dark against the lightest light, plus red is a pretty eye catching color. I love the houses and I believe it wouldn't take much to "fix" the painting with the ideas you mentioned. Lately I have been going through old paintings from years ago and seeing all the things that need addressing which is a great way to see how much I have learned! It is funny how I felt I wasn't improving, I guess the growth is so gradual it seems insignificant. I must remember to leave some of my old paintings untouched, so I can revisit them down the road and see where I came from. Your Videos are always interesting and you are always inspiring Michael!
10:02 , around high mid-ground in the sea, “ a rolling wave swell “ , heightened by the distant background of a ridge reaching skyward, anyone can feel this movement approaching, beautiful capture Michael ❤️
Brilliant painting, sir! I don't know what you're talking about. This is no failure!!! I love this painting. Beautiful vlog! It's fascinating to watch the whole process (from scratch to the final product). Great job! ... Greetings from the EU!
Amazing video once again! Such a nice scenery for your composition! It's always really interesting to see the steps that you go through in your painting process. You have such a right eye for your color values. I need to practices these because I often realize how off my values were towards the end of my painting and it's pretty frustrating.. but a learning journey!
“” HOPPER , Michael had displayed and taught about the paintings and artist, In his video, I remember the “” lightning rod “” atop the small house, near the sea, and , “” a weathered curtain shear suspended in a light breeze, delicate trails or paths of raindrops traverse permanently residing in the fabric, been awhile, magnificent that video Michael
Hi. I love your approach and colours. I’m learning to oil paint en plein air. Fear of failure is real. Thanks for your video. Cheers from Ontario Canada
Getting set up in beautiful Pacifica Tackling beach houses as the wind picks up… Simple shapes, rough color and value approximation Painting with a large brush while minding saturation Seeking spontaneity, an idea to explore Check out Pat-re-on for more 😁 I love the reds in the sunlight and the shadows. That combined with the roof colors and the ocean and sky is really beautiful. Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛
Live with it. It is a really fine painting. I love the colors, composition. I wouldn't change a thing. You and your large brushes--next time use a 6" Home Depot wallpaper brush! :) Rosemary Ivory brushes are great. Again, this is a damn good painting.
Thanks Christian! Haha, true about my brush. A number 10 isn’t big. It’s about as big as I can go without altering my plein air equipment. Maybe I’ll try a 12!! 😂👍
Thanks John. How we paint is often how we live. If we're uptight and afraid it will show in our work. The psychological aspects of painting often get overlooked.
( Michael - 7:22 - freeze where you say “” permanent red medium “” , brush tip suspended, enlarge, until brush tip is the size of a finger, Look , barely above the top edge of the permanent red medium, “” SEE the winking mouse, his right eye, two nostrils , left eye open, it wears a hat , a type of cloth , yet flattened , “” this is really cute someone many enjoy if they see it ❤️
SEE , a beautiful “” high waisted gown , flowing full to floor length, the lady, her hair of darkened fuschia, so long , a foot lower than the waist, her face looks to the right and cannot be seen . The dress, full length gathered ruffles, the color as darkest purple mixed with black, Michael’s brush shadow is on the permanent red medium 7:26 , mid-drift, “ high waisted “ “ one piece, bare shoulder, certainly a Royal Gown ( some will see ) ❤️
wishing i become like him in my next years i remember when i was 14 or 15 I used to draw but a sassy girl killed my dreams by leaving a comment under one of my drawings saying "She looks like my loser friend when she tries to draw." And my dad said, "I brought you drawing materials, but I didn't see anything good." i was just young people !!😢 of course i wasn’t professional
Unfortunately we often get discouraging comments when we're young, or starting something new. It's especially upsetting when coming from someone close to us. They must be ignored! Keep going!
Michael , 10:02 , low left corner , the shadow in the sand, ( that’s magnificent) , then look up just a bit , “” the sea sprays , “” at their risen height , then to it’s base , some will see a wink and a kiss together, think , um , “superimposed “ , many will see, draw down slowly , enlarge just a bit ❤️
You inspired me to paint at one of the toughest times in my life! I would pull up your channel when I was in my wheel chair after my car accident. I started painting for therapy and I love it now. You have become my favorite artist for sure. I have watched so many of your videos but this is one of my favorites. I love how you explain as you go along it really helps so much. It is always a great day when I see a new video of yours pop up! By the way now that I’m able to get out more I want to get a pallet like yours. I know you make them do you sale them? I would love to buy one from you and support my favorite artist, also it would always have some extra meaning to me. Anyway thank you for all you do to make so many amazing videos you definitely helped get me through a very dark time I am forever grateful. Hopefully I can come see your paintings in person someday at one of the galleries I’m only in Central California so not too far. Have a wonderful day.
Thanks Paul! I’m so glad you’re finding inspiration in my videos! I don’t make make palettes for sale but you can buy similar ones at artboxandpanel.com
(michael - in a re-watch , thinking of when you taught about a painter , seems like Wyatt maybe, This is a beautiful video and painting, not trying to detract from it’s high quality, all so exceptional as well as excellent.
Awesome! I always learn so much from you and your vids, Thanks! I come back and binge and catch even more, so cool. Curious, were you at Rockaway or Sharpe Park maybe? Kinda looked like Rockaway but, boy, it's been a long time since I've seen it
@@chamberlainpaintings “” Michael, thank you, hey I got the truck running, “” and “” my escapade of sitting cross legged changing the sweeper belt, ( 6 small screws ) , and wrenching my back is a bit better, ( being able to “” sit “” , never thought of that as a function that could be a problem, “” Chiro “” ppl love regulars. “” Wish I was a “” Famous Painter and Movie - Film Director , like you “” I bought an eco water color set, “” and “” have tried two paintings, maybe , just maybe, I could use , borrow , that wonderful scarf I’ve seen you wear a couple, few times, visually it appears as woolen perhaps, it’s plaid, browns in the pattern shade. Michael, you are “” A Great Man “” Your Painting, and Philosophy, ( words over the years ) , and “” Award winning Filming”” I do so admire your “” limitless creativity “” (🤐 < -- me, trying to shut up ) “” To the vid , back to the vid 😇❤️🙂””
I going to order the Rosemary and Co. #10 what other brushes did you use from strt to finish on this painting? My brush situation is not good it's time to get some new ones. Thank you for all you do for ud newbie painters. I also am now a patreon member it's the ;east I can do for all you do for us. Have a great Sunday.
@@chamberlainpaintings Thank you I will add a number 8 also! What size and style of brush did you use in the beginningg for sketching? A small brush like that sure would work well. Thank you have a wonderful week.
