In today’s video, I’m taking you through the messy middle of a painting process—when things are far from perfect but we’re getting closer to that “aha” moment. I’m going to share with you the critical questions you should be asking as you paint, how to step back and evaluate your work, and why sometimes, the best thing you can do is take a break and let the painting sit for a while.
You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at my 48×48 oil painting in progress, and I’ll show you how I spot mistakes and how to correct them—so you don’t have to make the same ones!
In this video, we’ll cover:
– The messy middle of your painting process
– Key questions to ask while painting
– How to recognize when your artwork isn’t quite there yet
– Why stepping back is crucial for seeing the big picture
– When to take a break and let your art “rest”
By the end, you’ll have the tools to see your own paintings more clearly and know exactly when it’s time to step away and when it’s time to push forward.
Let me know in the comments what you think is right or wrong with this painting (or any of your own!)—I’d love to hear your thoughts!
