Color theory : How to mix Flesh tones in painting

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Color theory : How to mix Flesh tones in painting

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In this video, I explain and demonstrate a way to paint flesh tones in oil painting as well as acrylic...
00:23 Hue, Value and Chroma 02:36 Palette for flesh tones 06:59 Demonstration
I also have a french version of this video, click the on-screen annotation link or here :
• FRENCH - Tutoriel pein...
Because painting is so complex, you may still have a lot of questions, so don't hesitate to leave a comment, I will be glad to answer it ! Thanks for watching...
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@wp8795 5 жыл бұрын

I don't understand why people need to take time and effort to dislike, is it so hard to be grateful? Be grateful people share their knowledge for free! Thank you Florent, you are great!🙏🏼

@ankitasawant4818 3 жыл бұрын

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@beckyholt 9 жыл бұрын

I can only agree with everyone else here that this tutorial was significantly better than most. You managed to guide new students through the terms and methods that often puzzle the beginner. Simple, clear and informative. Thank you for sharing.

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

beckyholt Thank you so much ! I really appreciate... have fun painting !

@KevinContreras2013 Жыл бұрын

This video was a god send when i was starting oils 7 years ago. Thank you so much for all of your knowledge!

@Sale7.G 8 жыл бұрын

I'm an art student and I meet a lot of artists, non of them explained color and mediums better than this. Thank you for your time and sharing your knowledge.

@mitjellk2186 6 жыл бұрын

how the hell are you an art student without getting color theory? What kind of institution you studying at? It was the first bloody thing I did in art school, endlessly mixing colors until I could produce perfect gradients on command. I still get frustrated when thinkin about it but it's such an elementary skill that I'm happy they forced us to do it.

@teresedrew9540 6 жыл бұрын

Mitjell K r u really that pretentious?

@skullgarden2417 4 жыл бұрын

@@mitjellk2186 obviously it's not that elementary dickhead

@lonemapper 8 жыл бұрын

The color study is better than most "finished" paintings

@LinkSuperFan1000 6 жыл бұрын

dude, write a book and then let me know when you sell it because im gonna buy it immediately when its out

@yashasvihanda6516 Жыл бұрын

I learnt painting flesh tones from you, now sending this to my friend who asked me how to paint flesh tones 🥰😃👍

@zandisch 8 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I get strong desires to paint just out of nowhere, its like i have to. These moments connects me so much to the basis of human nature that time sometimes sieze to exist and 5 hours feels like 30 minutes. Does anyone else have such feelings? It may be a part of expressing something very complex in a yet simple way, however i do not share these emotions with alot of people i meet and that fact somehow scares me.

@melaniem.4070 8 жыл бұрын

+Handful of Sand I thought I was the only one feeling this. I feel like I am finally connected to myself and that painting is the only way for me to relax and forget about time. I always get from people who do not paint at all "when you paint you must think a lot about what's going on in your life or whatever, don't you?" Well, I don't; and it's freaking me out. Like, I do not think for 6 hours in a row. It's hard to explain, indeed, but I have no words to express this feeling and people do not usually understand how painting is important to my life. It became an addiction. I really wanted to comment back because it's really what I feel when I have the urge to paint and when I paint. I thought I was alone. (sorry for my bad english) And very very good video btw!!

@internalvelocity6058 6 жыл бұрын

I don’t have some hungry urge to do anything but I only loose track of time when I sculpt. It’s weird, especially if you have an endless playlist of synth wave music, 30 minutes feels like 3 hours, but fun, it’s like a drug. I’m guessing it has something to do with heart rate, cuz when I work out I get the opposite effect.

@frenlyneybur7544 5 жыл бұрын

I haven't sketched in 3 years and just last week I had a strong urge and now I'm back at it 🙂

@vsperatos 5 жыл бұрын

I'm super late to this comment but yes this happened to me just the other day and i simply could not stop painting. I had to force myself to stop at the 4 hour mark lol

@johnpellegrino9467 5 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%

@tumblingrosesstudio 3 жыл бұрын

Thus is one of the most valuable videos I've ever seen on painting for self-taught artusts, because I didn't previously understand what a study was and what they might be for and why t do more than one- as well your 'closed palette technique' is so good to know. Thank you for doing these, you are awesome!!!

@FlorentFargesarts 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Dannielle 😁

@es1653 Жыл бұрын

Professor Fargas you are absolutely excellent at explaining the 'how' of painting to students starting out and also to those students who have had teachers that don't or can't explain. Fantabulous video! Heartfelt thank you!!!

@4um360 7 жыл бұрын

You really know your craft. You are also an excellent teacher. My respect to you, sir.

@aidanwho 3 жыл бұрын

My college professor recommended this video, and I'm glad! This was very informative.

@lisapalin4843 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these videos. You are explaining so much more than in a regular art class!

@hadouke2050 8 жыл бұрын

great video it helped me step out of my shell of being to afraid to paint skin tones i would always make it abstract and unrealistic with a great linework but i never built up the courage to try flesh tones you made it seem simple for me and i am now trying for the first time thanks florent !

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much ! I'm glad my video gave you more confidence in your painting. Let me know how it goes, good luck !

@user-zp1el6mv4h 8 жыл бұрын

I was the same for ages. Going to now give it another bash.

@user-zp1el6mv4h 8 жыл бұрын

😊

@elaine4415 7 жыл бұрын

love it you are awesome

@red988 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge about how to make skin tones, I am a beginner to painting and I have had great difficulty in painting natural and realistic skin tones, now I will hopefully will be able to paint a realist portrait. JB

@gamallsdokkalfs7253 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing explanation and demonstration! Thank you!

@cryxibus 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I very much appreciate you taking the time to produce such an informative demonstration.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Chris Watkins Thank you Chris !

@nikolasdimis1860 6 жыл бұрын

I haven't come across to anything more clear informative and useful in youtube so far, in the field of painting as an amateur Thank you so much Florent... et felicitations!

@JimB73C 5 жыл бұрын

Check out Yupari he is also very good at explaining things. Not to take away from this chap though as he is very good.

@michellerobertson5235 8 жыл бұрын

You have made "how to mix color based on value and comparison" more clear than anyone ever has. it finally makes sense. Thank you so much!!

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Michelle Robertson Thank you very much Michelle ! I am glad it was helpful.

@arthistorystorytime 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This was so helpful! I mix a drop or two of clove oil in my paints to keep them from drying when using a closed palette (I call it controlled palette, but same thing) over multiple sessions.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Stephanie Davis Cool tip, it's appreciated ! Thanks

@rafalaome2553 7 жыл бұрын

I Have Seen hundred or videos on KZfaq about the painting .. but I never found a videos like yours .. your videos having amazing way or presentation .. thanks you ..

@michaeldavis7355 8 жыл бұрын

This is the video I've been looking for for years. Very clearly explained. Easy to follow, without being overly simplistic or condescending. And the presenter doesn't feel the need to be all perky and annoying like 90% of these other art videos. Just straightforward, to the point. You know this guy loves painting because the video is all about painting rather than the painter.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Davis Thank you very much ! Support is appreciated !

@crisalidathomassie1811 4 жыл бұрын

So much inspiration! Thanks so much! I’m working on my second portrait and after watching your video I picked up great information to keep me going. I just finished my first color pass. Waiting for it to dry to continue. Great video. Many blessings.

@giulioperroni6543 2 жыл бұрын

Un grand merci Florent. I've been painting for awhile, self-taught. Before I was just winging it. Thanks to you I now know much more what I've been trying to do and am putting it into practice :)

@markclift7780 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this brilliant advice on all of your lessons, I have now moved on to oils from pastels, pencils and acrylics!

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

I am happy my videos were helpful to you. Thanks for watching.

@tiffanygonzalez995 2 жыл бұрын

i feel like we are investigating on such a serious note here. I love all of your knowledge and approach.

@TammyRose751 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, for showing how to mix the colors regarding the lights and shadows. I was always told not to add black. You showed how to do that and to start with the dark's first. I definitely learned a lot.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

Black is subject to debate. The only thing to know about it, is that it is actually a blueish color. A very very dark blue so to say. So if you add black, you make the mix darker but also more blue. If you know that, it can easily be balanced by adding more orange (like burnt sienna). But I prefer adding burnt umber to my skin tone mixes instead of black , so that I don't have to compensate this effect all the time.

@TammyRose751 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information. It is greatly appreciated.

@barbaraalexander7699 9 жыл бұрын

I'm going to need to watch this many times in order to "get it" and then give it a try. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise, passion and time.

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

Barbara Alexander You're welcome Barbara, I think you can give it try and you will get it naturally.

@kishanjogoo9506 5 жыл бұрын

i've seen a lot of video art which show how to mix and paint but i didn't understood them .. your video was soo good and easy to understand that i already know HOW should i work now THANK YOU SO MUCH

@les2more61 5 жыл бұрын

You have a beautiful way of describing the technical aspects of art beautifully ! You keep it simple but accurate, Thank You

@JimmyMac717 3 ай бұрын

Excellent demonstration and very helpful!

@mandrake790 8 жыл бұрын

Hard to find really good instructive vids on KZfaq...this is top shelf instruction. Thanks.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Mandrake Thank you so much ! I am honored...

@sadeyahtareq7171 4 жыл бұрын

you're an amazing teacher. I'm learning a lot from you. Thank you so much!

@Geraldine6131 7 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so detailed but so simple!!! best teacher ever! How have i not come across your videos before?

@goldstar9174 5 жыл бұрын

You are a fantastic instructor.

@TomWoodson31 8 жыл бұрын

Thank You for taking the time and sharing

@arpitasarkar3233 5 жыл бұрын

You are very streamlined and logical in ur approach. Really educational. Thnx☺️

@AndrewPatrickRalston 8 жыл бұрын

Very good video. Well explained and produced. Thanks

@rimasadhukhan4619 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video...it's a great help to me

@elsagrace3893 8 жыл бұрын

Beautifully explained.

@3Dgregor 9 ай бұрын

Very simple and useful tutorial. Love it!

@FlorentFargesarts 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@donnavesely2327 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic artist. Among the best as an instructor.

@serendipitytheartist 8 жыл бұрын

watching you mix paint is so entrancing *-* wonderful video!

@faviourties 8 жыл бұрын

Amazing, thank you ! its great for you to take time out and demonstrate flesh tones ! one of the hardest part I struggle in painting.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+faviourties You're welcome, glad it helped

@annieblooms 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! I was never taught about colours and how to have close colour palette for skin tone and perhaps anything? Brilliant teaching, Florentine and thank you so much!

@markholden2093 7 жыл бұрын

you are an awesome teacher and an amazing artist

@artifexmom3824 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this nice tutorial. It’s very helpful for me.☺️❤️🙏🏻

@pmiller1236 9 жыл бұрын

Florent, you are wonderful. I love the way you explain things and don't rush through the process. Showing how you mix the colors and the explanations make me understand why things are done. Keep the videos coming. I have subscribed to your channel and anxiously await more tutorials. Great work !

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

+P Miller Thank you very much ! I have a lot of new videos coming, they take a lot of time and effort to make but your support gives me great motivation !

@pelicanus11 9 жыл бұрын

we need vids like this.

@tina-mariehennessy5878 7 жыл бұрын

You have a lovely calm and soothing way of explaining different points. I really enjoy your videos and they have helped me a lot. Thank you.

@FlorentFargesarts 7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching !

@nikkiswenson54 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent instruction! Thank you!

@debramoss2267 5 жыл бұрын

By far the most helpful video, or lesson I have had on fleshtones. thank you!

@AveniusArt 7 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of the most informative and useful videos I've ever seen. Thank you.

@StormbornJackson 6 жыл бұрын

Sir I must said you explained beautifully. Thank you

@OhElvira 8 жыл бұрын

That accent is dreamy, I got distracted. Thanks for the video!

@Esther-ry5yo 7 жыл бұрын

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@adamcochran7950 5 жыл бұрын

OhElvira This is what happens with boobs.

@criscoots3844 9 жыл бұрын

wow! I love the pleasant way your speech conveys clear understanding of your creative process!

@parrisyoung7523 5 жыл бұрын

When my courage begins to fail, I return to this demo. Thank you.

@APG2112 3 жыл бұрын

This video was incredibly helpful with color theory. Another great video as always, thank you Florent.

@dianehoweart6084 8 жыл бұрын

I have just discovered your channel this was the first one I watched. I can't wait to get up in the morning and watch another one. I am working in oils and doing skin tones at the moment so the timing is perfect. Thank you for sharing.

@Deeken666 9 жыл бұрын

sooooo many thanks!!!... this video is very helpful for my work THANK YOU!!!

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

Deeken666 You're welcome ! I'm happy it was helpful to you !

@LiloUkulele 8 жыл бұрын

Thank You for taking the time and sharing...this was sooo helpful!!!

@chrissyforbes9465 8 жыл бұрын

You me both

@milky55way2012 8 жыл бұрын

I thought you were going to post a video about small model figure painting but I guess the same applies as to art painting, generally speaking. You're an excellent painter, I used to draw alot when younger but now most of my art is applied to model kits and figures.....thanks for posting but I have no real idea as to what you explained, I just go by what I see. Good teaching style too, you make the viewer feel relaxed and comfortable.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+milky55way2012 Good ! Model figure painting is different, but I guess some things are related considering skin tones. Thanks for the nice comment !

@sreekiranputhanpurayil223 8 жыл бұрын

This guy just nailed it!

@seanashton5301 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic demonstration

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Sean Ashton Thank you very much Sean !

@artisticc 7 жыл бұрын

very helpful and beautiful colors

@steve22933 8 жыл бұрын

Best video I've seen on painting. I know how to start now. Thank you

@FlorentFargesarts 7 жыл бұрын

Great ! I am glad it was useful.

@MIGUEL11111956 8 жыл бұрын

Excelentes tutoríales. Completamente comprensibles. Un gran maestro.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Miguel Angel Velazquez Romero Gracias ! Thank you

@brielle5651 5 жыл бұрын

I learned a lot. thank you!

@tinasloan172 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, thank you!

@wanderingwade8877 8 жыл бұрын

You are an excellent teacher. And your technique is brilliant, as it is similar to mine! Joking aside, I will share this video with my fellow artists. Thank you.

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Wandering Wade Thank you for the support, I appreciate it !

@crissychick79 9 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done!

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

crissychick79 Thank you very much, I appreciate !

@modthegodogoats34 6 жыл бұрын

This is my first video and I'm already hooked. I can't wait attempt using these methods this summer!!

@lauren5738 7 жыл бұрын

I got these mini oil paints for my bday and this helped me make my first oil painting! Thank you!

@halibut1249 7 жыл бұрын

great vid, I think it was excellent that you showed your colors in action -- applied on the canvas. Thank you

@FlorentFargesarts 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching !

@lauramillard-ziegler5540 9 ай бұрын

Great explanation, thank you

@XpRnz 3 жыл бұрын

For artists starting out: Skin is translucent, this means that light passes through it (and absorbs it). It can have all kinds of hues depending completely on the lighting situation. Therefore it's tricky to say THIS is how you make a skin tone, it's only true for the scene the author is painting now. It's not set in stone, and actually creatively limiting if you start thinking this way. Once you understand very well how value and light actually work you can literally interpret your subject/scene any way/color you want or see it. Not hating, this video is very informative nonetheless!

@yor90 9 жыл бұрын

Extremely informative- helps a lot!

@FlorentFargesarts 9 жыл бұрын

Thaddeus Oggh, I am very happy you found it useful !

@Bright-It 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You really knows how to teach. Waiting for more portraits!

@TartantazCreates 6 жыл бұрын

This was very informative. I use acrylics and mix more intuitively and until now I never really knew why the colour combination I use works. Now I know why my colour palette works, well most of the time anyway lol perhaps knowing this I'll help me to be more consistent with my mixes, as I do tend to wing it and experiment 😊🎨🖌

@renatobfa 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, very informative

@debbiec2663 5 жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful. I have been trying for a week to learn to mix an Asian skin color. I keep getting too red, too grey, too blue or too yellow. I have been so frustrated and wasted a lot of paint. Thanks so much for sharing you pallets and how to bring down the chroma.

@lisengel2498 7 жыл бұрын

Very clear and instruktive video - very inspiring

@brianross4740 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Lots of information and tips

@FlorentFargesarts 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much !

@purnimasiddapur 8 жыл бұрын

VERY NICE DEMONSTRATION.. THANQ FO SHARING

@maldoori238 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome painting Florentine. Many thanks

@SebastianTinajero 7 жыл бұрын

Great lesson you've earned a subscriber

@ankita8069 8 жыл бұрын

wow! thanks for sharing ur process..i learned a lot from it...

@FlorentFargesarts 8 жыл бұрын

+Ankita Jangid You're welcome, it's my pleasure to share...

@artpassion 6 жыл бұрын

really informative thank you so much, in my art class I am doing p portrait and regret I should have watched this video before I started...but better late then never thank you so much.....hope you will show in detail how you created those 9 shades.....at least slow version demo type....thank a lot

@mycomputerfund 7 жыл бұрын

Very good video! Your voice is very calming to listen to, and your teaching methods and planning for your videos are so well thought out. Thanks for teaching us :)