NOVEMBER: Oil Painting Demonstrations by Richard Schmid:

Richard Schmid captures the rustic essence of an old farm on a winter's day in this plein air demonstration. Undaunted by the cold weather, he shares his secrets to success: warm clothes, appropriate supplies and a clear understanding of what is necessary to capture the mood in his painting. He tones his board using a broad brush of neutral colors, and proceeds building from the back forward. His strokes are calculated while appearing loose and casual. He establishes his points of interest early, then builds a convincing environment that acts as a stunning foil to the main subject. His painting is rich, expressive and is a delightful demonstration of his mastery of the medium.