Hard Skills
AdvancedColor TheoryThe systematic study of how colors interact, including the use of the color wheel, mixing pigments, and understanding psychological effects of color.
ExpertOil Painting TechniquesMastery of specific methods for applying oil paint, such as glazing, impasto, alla prima, and scumbling.
IntermediateSubstrate PreparationThe process of preparing canvases or panels, including stretching, sizing, and applying grounds like gesso to ensure paint adhesion.
AdvancedVisual CompositionThe arrangement of visual elements such as line, shape, and form to create a balanced and engaging narrative within a frame.