Painting a Perfect Highlight with Helen Van Wyk

In this lesson, Helen delves into the art of painting glass, focusing on capturing its unique shine and shape. Watch as she demonstrates how light dances over the texture, creating beautiful highlights.

Helen explains her technique for painting transparent objects by using layering. First painting the background elements, such as grapes behind glass bottles, and then wrapping the glass around them to achieve transparency and shine. Starting with initial sketches to ensure the subject fits the canvas, Helen guides you step-by-step through her meticulous process.

Join Helen for this insightful and detailed exploration of glass painting. Discover invaluable tips, techniques, and inspiration as Helen shares her wealth of knowledge. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, Helen's timeless wisdom and contagious enthusiasm will ignite your creativity and elevate your art to new heights.

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00:00 Music and Intro Graphics
00:43 Placement on the Canvas
01:46 Fill Shapes with Body Tone
02:07 Evolve Shapes from Center Outward
02:35 Accept the Unfinished Look
03:40 Invest a Lot of Paint
04:48 Background Tone Dictates
05:45 Color is Influenced by Souroundings
06:31 Paint Through the Grass

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