Mark Menendez | Runtime (97 min)
Journey back in time with Mark Menendez to learn the secret painting techniques of the masters. With a focus on seven famous artists, from da Vinci to Van Gogh, Mark shares insights into the lives of these famous painters and how they painted their subjects. Follow along as he completes multiple painting demonstrations on everything from transferring a drawing to brushwork techniques, with tips on composition, drawing lines and more. Whether you’re oil painting, or using acrylic or other painting mediums, you’ll be painting like a master in no time with these easy-to-apply lessons!
Learn these painting tips from the masters:
- Leonardo da Vinci’s Smoky Effects: How to use oil paints to soften edges
- Michelangelo’s Line: Easy technique to transfer your line drawing to your painting panel or surface
- Rubens’ Serpentine Contours: Use line to create forms and details, and evoke vitality
- Rembrandt’s Chiaroscuro: Understand tone and value to create mood in your paintings
- Vermeer’s Realism: Paint with grids and a projected image using a primitive camera to capture the details
- Hals’ Expressive Brushwork: Wet-into-wet (alla prima) oil painting lessons that add energy
- Van Gogh’s Line & Color: Work with thick oil paints and vibrant color
Preview Painting Techniques of the Masters now to learn how da Vinci transferred his line drawings to his painting surface. You’ll also learn how to apply Rubens’ serpentine contours to your own work, and Vermeer’s trick to getting realistic results in his paintings.
MATERIALS
Brushes
- #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, Bright Oil Brushes
- #2 Watercolor Round
- 1/2”Wave Brushes, Angle and Filbert
- Colors
- Burnt Umber
- Burnt Sienna
- Cadmium Orange
- Cadmium Red Light
- Cadmium Yellow Light
- French Ultramarine
- Naples Yellow
- Permanent Rose
- Sap Green
- Phthalo Blue
- Phthalo Green
- Yellow Ochre
- Titanium White
Canvas
- Canvas Panel
Medium
- Liquin 75ml
Miscellaneous
- Palette Paper
- Palette Knife
- Paper Towels
- Brush Basin
- Solvent (for cleaning brushes)
Reviews
Leave A Review
Paula 7/17/2019
Fabulous look at the Masters.... Thank You!
Vandita 11/2/2018
Sandra 8/6/2018
Steve 4/17/2018
Connie 12/8/2017
Enjoyable--
Kenneth 10/11/2017
Laurie 9/22/2017
Candy 8/23/2017
I really enjoyed learning all that information about the seven famous artists, things that I never knew. I liked the idea that Mark painted pictures similar to the artists, but didn't use the artist's exact painting. Mark is a terrific artist. His work is amazing. Thanks, Mark.
Konrad 6/16/2017
Very enjoyable great information and the time just flew by.
June Fisher 6/14/2017
Gordon T. 4/26/2017
Susan 4/25/2017
One of the best instructional videos I've seen. Can't wait to put some of these ideas into practice.
Suzanna 4/13/2017
Brilliant; I learnt so much! Now to try it out. Thank you.
Rosemarie 4/5/2017
Kevin 1/25/2017
Really great explanations!
Linda 1/9/2017
Excellent ... loved the consistent theme of the different 'lines' that are unique to each specific master. Really informative and enlightening. Thank you.
Siok 12/30/2016
Cate 11/21/2016
Steve 3/22/2015
It is very stimulating to see how other people paint. Challenging. Causes me to rethink my strokes, and become aware of them.
Jennifer 1/29/2015
Great video! The instructor showed an extensive understanding of dfferent Masters' styles and technique, and his own paintings that imitate the Masters's styles are awesome! Please consider making more videos in this line, maybe showing different styles of famous contemporary painters. We can all learn a lot!
Franky 1/17/2015
Wow! Mark Menendez is a fantastic teacher! He really takes us through a direct and easy way of approaching the beautifully classic techniques. Oh God, so many people are longwinded when they teach about old masters' techniques!! But these were all so simple and easy to understand. Mark has a sweet soothing voice as well, with a kind smile and patient demeanor. It all adds to the positive and inspired experience of learning from him. Bravo! … And thank you, so very much!
Anne 1/2/2015
The video is pure gold. It was just a joy to watch. Mark managed to make all of the masters come to life in a way that makes the Sunday painter feel they can accomplish it as well.
Caroline 7/18/2014
The secret of a good teacher is to make you want more. Art theory has never been this much fun! There is a wealth of information about the different techniques of the Masters featured, plus exercises to help you understand them more, and none of it is boring or difficult despite the material being normally dry rather than inspirational. The practical demonstrations do not show a complete painting from go to whoa, but just enough to show you how the techniques work, so its not overwhelming. Mark Menendez covers a lot of ground, so you will either want to make copious notes, or watch this several times - I would recommend the latter so you don't miss anything!
Agnes 7/16/2014
Simple and clear demo of the various old masters' techniques, suggestions on how to use them in your own artwork. Bonus: simpathy of the teacher
Grace 6/12/2014
I was in a rut with my art. Mark's easy style of instruction and clear explanations took me back to basics and inspired my all over again. Techniques I thought were "old" have given me ideas for different mediums and even some of my mixed media projects. Can't wait to get painting.
Video Content
Not Enrolled
Video Includes
- 1 Lesson
Login
Accessing this video requires a login. Please enter your credentials below!