Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting Is a Must Read (Live)

Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting is a book that changed everything for me. In particular, his theory of angles helped me to understand light when working on a landscape painting. Even though this book is almost 100 years old and is in black and white, I keep it on my shelf because it only ages better with time. ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 Why I'm Rereading a 100-Year-Old Painting Book 2:02 About John F. Carlson 3:45 Chapter 3: The Four Planes of Light 6:06 From Brightest to Darkest — Breaking Down the Values 11:05 Why This Simplifies Painting Outside 12:41 Chapter 6: Aerial Perspective 13:35 The Yellow That Fades — Carlson's Key Principle Are you eager to get started but just need someone to show you the basics? I’m hosting a free online session where I demonstrate some basic watercolor techniques for you in an interactive conversation. Signup here and I'll reach out to you about an upcoming session: https://mailchi.mp/art-francis/7qatjh... Shown in this video (affiliate links) Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting: 🔗 https://link.amazon/B0a6oZY86 🎤 DJI Mic Mini: https://amzn.to/4pvk8Kr 📷 Fujifilm X-T4 Mirrorless: https://amzn.to/4mt0koa ⚙️ Jinraiko Camera Arm: https://amzn.to/3ZE6R6I 💡 LED Desk Lamp: https://amzn.to/47vItIw View my full list of suggested supplies, the same list I provide my students: https://art-francis.com/pages/suggest... As an Amazon & Blick Affiliate Member, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. =========================== To commission a custom artwork from me: https://art-francis.com/pages/commiss... =========================== 🖼️ See my paintings: https://art-francis.com Sign up to get 15% off your first order. I offer originals and prints of various sizes. ============================================ Connect with Francis! Instagram: ➡︎ @francis.h.sketches Website: ➡︎ https://art-francis.com/ Newsletter: ➡︎ https://mailchi.mp/art-francis/newsle... Email me with any questions: info@art-francis.com #beginnerwatercolor #artistlife #paintingtips #watercolorpaintingforbeginners