Learn to combine materials to create vibrant art from mixed-media artist Sean Dye. You learn how to layer materials in order to achieve the versatility of mixed-media without sacrificing long-term survivability. Sean demonstrates the tools & techniques to combine charcoal, India ink, acrylic gouache and water-soluble oils on the same canvas. For Sean, each layer defines a different aspect of his process: vine charcoal to define shapes; India ink to plot values; acrylic gouache to create a foil for the colors he places using the final layer... Preview Video

Artist: Sean Dye
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: SD1d
Runtime: 120 Min.

The painting process is littered with small, personal choices that can make or break your composition. Ned Mueller’s patient, practical approach to oil helps you navigate the tough decisions that make a painting work. Preview Video

Artist: Ned Mueller
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: NM1d
Runtime: 109 Min.

Learn to paint water and rocks more skillfully in oil with this talented painter and teacher, Martha Saudek. Preview Video

Artist: Martha Saudek
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: MS1d
Runtime: 94 Min.

Capture the mood of a moment with Craig Nelson’s plein air oil painting techniques. In this DVD workshop, you’ll learn to be observant and decisive enough to paint inviting landscapes within the time constraint of a shifting sun. Craig pushes you beyond static green trees and boring blue water to find the variations and intriguing accent colors that make nature complex and beautiful. Preview Video

Artist: Craig Nelson
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: CN7d
Runtime: 100 Min.

Save yourself hours of frustration common to learning a new medium. In this DVD workshop, Craig Nelson presents his simple method for still life. You’ll develop foundation skills, create a path for improvement, and even save money at the art store. Preview Video

Artist: Craig Nelson
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: CN6d
Runtime: 100 Min.

Craig Nelson applies his quick studies approach to develop a portrait of an in-studio model, in a logical manner, from a line drawing to a beautiful three dimensional portrait. This DVD workshop marks a clear path to improved success painting the model. Preview Video

Artist: Craig Nelson
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: CN2d
Runtime: 75 Min.

Learn more in less time with Craig Nelson's exciting one-hour sessions. This DVD workshop helps you hone your skills without spending days on a single painting. Craig's dynamic approach works with any subject matter. In this workshop, he paints a floral from life and a portrait from photo reference. Preview Video

Artist: Craig Nelson
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: CN1d
Runtime: 75 Min.

Caroline Jasper will teach you oil painting techniques that create visual movement! In this oil painting DVD workshop, you'll see how author and artist Caroline Jasper manipulates the properties of color to create the visual effect of movement in her favorite subject — water. Preview Video

Artist: Caroline Jasper
Producer: Creative Catalyst
Sku: CJ1d
Runtime: 130 Min.