Painting with Two Colors (Plus White)
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3 жыл бұрынJames Gurney paints a snow pile using just ultramarine blue and burnt sienna, plus some white gouache. This limited-palette method is a popular painting method.
Arthur Guptill said, "A rich effect can be obtained with only a limited palette. A warm and cool combination affords the student the best approach to his color problems, especially as they relate to outdoor sketching."
E. Barnard Lintott said, "For a young student there cannot be a better way of entering upon the study of water colour than by rigorously banishing all but two colours from his palette. It is the best and surest way to the study of full colour. The colours should be a cold and warm one; cobalt blue and warm sienna-or Prussian blue and burnt sienna-are two combinations which lend themselves to a great variety of treatment."
This is an extended sample from the video tutorial "Color in Practice: Black, White, and Complements"
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@wastelandtourguide5956 3 жыл бұрын
Also, are we not gonna comment on just how cool James owned that slip at 00:55? He brushed it off like it was nothing, slipping as gracefully as he paints.
@keithvb89 3 жыл бұрын
I really like your attitude, "There must something to paint in this parking lot."
@quicktastic 3 жыл бұрын
I was a little worried when I saw James on top of the snow pile that he might slip and... yeah, that. :)
@hieunguyenminh8045 3 жыл бұрын
Ended up with a fancy slide:)
@deborahfinney313 3 жыл бұрын
The contrast is so bold against the shadows. You make it look so easy! Keep up the videos. I watch them all! By the way. What's the brush you use. It holds together well
@Angelwrites 3 жыл бұрын
As smooth as his blending ;3 haha
@danielvalleduarte 3 жыл бұрын
As a tall guy I was like, "get low, dog!
@LukenUSee 3 жыл бұрын
He took it all in stride though. Very smooth!
@dez713 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing I would click faster on than a James Gurney video
@deniswagner9458 3 жыл бұрын
I concur
@RobertF- 3 жыл бұрын
There should be a cable channel, or nowadays a new streaming service, that focuses just on art, drawing, and painting. An Art TV Channel. And on that channel James Gurney without a doubt would have a prime time show.
@poweroffriendship2.0 3 жыл бұрын
Not only the painting is great, but the way you painted the environment while staying outside in the said environment in a calm manner is impressive. Props to you! Keep up the good work.
@nevernever9183 3 жыл бұрын
If I had to choose only two colors to paint with for the rest of my life, it would be burnt sienna and ultramarine. They really are the perfect compliments, and the neutrals they make are so deep and vairred. Thanks for the video!
@a11exeferino73 3 жыл бұрын
I like how you don't use fancy terms and just word it simple like "building legos". Your videos are calm and relaxing
@wastelandtourguide5956 3 жыл бұрын
Was starting to get anxious for a new video. The need for Gurney gouache videos is strong. Amazing as always.
@user-rx3ph3ox4i 3 жыл бұрын
James, you are great! Nice to watch your videos, listen to your comments and remarks. They are very useful. Thank you for shaering. Moscow, Russia.
@axbowf4924 3 жыл бұрын
U have very good sense of humor. Sometimes I feel bad for watching ur videos for free.
@EddyfyingArt 3 жыл бұрын
You are not only an awesome artist but an awesome teacher as well! Thanks for all you do from your Hudson Valley neighbor!👏😊
@JamesGurney 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@TheMarkEH 3 жыл бұрын
Not an old master, but definitely James is one of the great masters.
@LukenUSee 3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking something very similar. He's amazing!
@windywednesday4166 4 ай бұрын
His videos are timeless. ❤😊 He is a great, and a great teacher.
@matthewalexander6792 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a superrealist oil painter myself. But I just love watching you work James. You haven't lost the magic, the awe, the wonder. The childlike enjoyment is so apparent. Sadly, so many artists lose it along the way. And if you haven't by now... Chances are you never will. When you paint for a living, this childlike magic is the first to go. And yet it's precisely where the magic lies, I've noticed this in myself. So it's so refreshing to witness the magic once again. Well, well done Sir And God bless. ❤
@leahshenfeld1151 3 жыл бұрын
I really had the audacity to pick up a paintbrush for the first time in months, expecting it to turn out exactly like James Gurney. Needless to say I was humbled quite quickly.
@recoveringsoul755 3 жыл бұрын
lol, oh my, so true. Yesterday I picked up a Caran D'ache watercolor colored pencil at my local craft store, in ultramarine blue. I had gotten some cheap set of watercolors but didnt' have that color. Best I can manage is little doodles here and there.
@pashaveres4629 3 жыл бұрын
@@recoveringsoul755 Doodle away! That's where it all starts. If you Doodle for 15-20 mins per day, before a year passes, someone will have offered you money for your work. And you'll have tremendous satisfaction from the whole process. Good luck to ya!
@recoveringsoul755 3 жыл бұрын
@@pashaveres4629 well that's very encouraging! Thank you.
@wiktorwauzchonski6332 3 жыл бұрын
@@recoveringsoul755 yes keep on doodling you can only get better remember that
@wiktorwauzchonski6332 3 жыл бұрын
@Beech second that also but doodle while you study aswell hehe
@fjeldfross9327 3 жыл бұрын
You paint colours and light and they are alive. This is breathtaking, again and again
@johncollado1151 3 жыл бұрын
Hi James.... every time I watch your videos it just reminds me of how much I still have to learn. Thank you.
@angelamarie2426 3 жыл бұрын
Your tutorials are so soothing to watch. Once in a blue moon KZfaq will recommend an amazing video that is so informative and enjoyable to watch. I’m so glad I came across your videos! God bless. 💚
@JamesGurney 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀 I have to say that KZfaq algorithm serves up stuff that I like too.
@virginiarinkel7544 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos. I could sit here all day - love this snow with the shadows and light. Will want to get your book on Color also.
@corneliahale7871 3 жыл бұрын
I've learned a lot of color theory with you! I wish my teachers have taught me like that 😃
@kellyro77 3 жыл бұрын
Ugh. You did it again. You made something as mundane and unsightly as a pile of plowed snow in a parking lot look incredible. You are such a master of light and form. Thank you for sharing your process with us.
@liz-c39 3 жыл бұрын
I’m such a big fan of yours. You’re so inspiring. I’ve just ordered all the equipment I’ll need to start painting like you.
@normg2242 3 жыл бұрын
Me too ...lol
@nancywhite2014 3 жыл бұрын
I love the textural quality of the snow bank. The sparkling sun glints. Thanks James.
@LukenUSee 3 жыл бұрын
Me too! Masterfully done. For me, mesmerizing, in fact
@scablet 3 жыл бұрын
he is the embodiment of everything i want to be when it comes to approach to art!!
@jeffhreid 3 жыл бұрын
This is masterclass on managing a limited palette. James is an wizard!
@artandguitarmusic5207 3 жыл бұрын
something I appreciate from Mr. Gurney is that you can make a good composition from most any subject. sometimes it is difficult to find that perfect setting.
@JohnDoe-vq9ck 3 жыл бұрын
Painting in your car, sounds relaxing.
@theatk 3 жыл бұрын
James, I always appreciate your videos. they exude this sense of calm and peace that I'm seeking in this time and I hope I can reach that state of mind myself
@pepoppins 3 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed!! I recently bought two books with water color paper, one about the size of yours and one half that size, set to paint the view from my window on a, hopefully, daily basis. I'm a little scared, but you're an inspiration! I love the idea of limiting the palette. I used to use the entire rainbow, unable to contain myself! It took some doing to learn a little restraint and it made my paintings better. And, btw, the view from my window is the Seine, with it's many moods, colors and textures. I think I will have an interesting and educational year ahead of me! Thank you for the inspiration!
@joaovictorcabanas8519 3 жыл бұрын
My God, I admire you so much, James
@jeremyjamero199 3 жыл бұрын
I literally just fell asleep watching this. Not because it's boring. But because his voice is so relaxing and the ASMR of the brushes have a calming effect on my mind. Love his videos.
@lisengel2498 3 жыл бұрын
You are really showing the joy of painting in practice - to watch you is really interesting
@jimcoope7194 3 жыл бұрын
James, you paint snow piles better than anybody I know! Glad to see you back - we've missed you!
@anetajohnson8446 3 жыл бұрын
Mr. Gurney, thanks for another great tutorial! and i bet your wife thinks your the greatest hubby in the world, because you let her shop till she drops! When my wife and I go shopping, most of the day is done. and im two years older! Anetas husaband! Also, I followed your instructions and painted what you did, Then i through it away because it looked like a second grader did it!
@PaulRansonArt 3 жыл бұрын
Another fabulous demonstration of colour control. I've just purchased two wonderful books by you 'Colour and Light' and 'Imaginative Realism'. Totally knocked out by the level of detail and the care with which you explain the processes behind the finished work. "Ars est celare artem" . Thank you for your videos.
@JamesGurney 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@jeremyolson4280 3 жыл бұрын
You and Gouache BLOW MY MIND James!
@romanhorak5503 3 жыл бұрын
Like the Lego block analogy. It makes sense.
@lucygray6162 3 жыл бұрын
I am sitting here in Florida freezing to death watching him paint that scene. Brrrr!
@deborahgoodwin3426 Жыл бұрын
Amazing!!! Beautiful!! I may never look at a mountain of dirty snow piled by the side of a store parking lot again. And lord only knows, as of February 1st, we are completely surrounded by them here in New Hampshire! Since they generally don't completely melt until the beginning of April, that gives me two months to practice. You are such an inspiration!
@Forcemaster2000 3 жыл бұрын
It’s amazing how you took an ordinary looking scene and made it look awesome!
@juanantoniocruz2937 3 жыл бұрын
Im sure youve heard this before, but ill say it again, you are a national treasure, James.
@JordiBartoll 3 жыл бұрын
I've been following you for a few years now and I never get tired. Watching your videos is educational, inspirational and relaxing at the same time. Thanks James!
@Polecat54941 3 жыл бұрын
I am an Oil Painter but admire your style and your Paintings, especially as anyone who has tried gouache or Water colour will know how good you really are!
@monicaperez2843 3 жыл бұрын
Polecat, James paints in oil, too, but in his studio.
@Bhodisatvas 3 жыл бұрын
Isn't this an old video? I've seen this before...still great to watch and can't wait for the next colour theory release.
@JamesGurney 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, but first time I've released the full version on KZfaq
@Bhodisatvas 3 жыл бұрын
@@JamesGurney Ah ok, thanks for clearing that up :)
@AvrilliaL 3 жыл бұрын
Didn't expect you to climb that snow pile 😂 Great video as always
@hujiko44745278184 3 жыл бұрын
T R A I N !!!!! what a mischievously timed horn :^) Great subject matter too, very intriguing.
@smalltownsavouries 3 жыл бұрын
Not only is the picture awesome, but the fact that James is inside a car in direct sunlight hunched over painting this while holding a camera in his other hand. Bravo! Then you mentioned an octopus having multiple brains in each tentacle... You're the octopus, James... You're the octopus!
@actionanimatics3485 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You for so generously sharing!
@amassasa 3 жыл бұрын
James! Be carefull!! That slip made me gasp!
@rg2265 3 жыл бұрын
Each brush stoke here has a meaning. Wow.
@GuenevereSchwien 3 жыл бұрын
Really great how you make the mundane into something fascinating and beautiful! Very inspiring.
@pallasathene453 3 жыл бұрын
You make it look so effortless and simple! Your art never ceases to impress me...
@mskhartwatercolourwithmisu8598 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, Lots of great knowledge. Thank you for sharing this. I can't wait for your next video.
@superarrowcollarman 3 жыл бұрын
I find it unbelievable how good that is, and what you achieved it with. Wow.
@davidportch8837 3 жыл бұрын
another amazing painting... thank you James....
@dreamelatte 3 жыл бұрын
Such a calming video. The shadows and highlights on the snowbank are perfection! I’m gonna paint with red and green today and see what happens haha
@velherutomas5487 3 жыл бұрын
5:30 am here. Was watching snowy plein air videos of yours then this popped up😊
@ShahanoorMamun 3 жыл бұрын
Wow 😮 Great Job dear 👍 So sweet paintng 💙
@emilienmoussie809 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I could find a teacher like you near my home !
@Aug4EatingPlants 3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so calming and very helpful, keep up they great work! P.s the painting turned out fantastic^^
@elizabethmaloney2239 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve just started painting with gouache and your videos are amazing and helpful. Great work and thanks!
@slow-practice Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that you talked through your decisions here. The stripped-down palette uncovers your thought process. Thanks!
@Silas237 3 жыл бұрын
That's some fine rim lighting
@abdillahazhar1833 3 жыл бұрын
Valuable approach, concerning values. Great video. Educational and entertaining, as always. Thanks for sharing. 😄👍🏻
@SC4RArt 3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome artwork!!! 😍 Thumbs up! 👍👍
@HalfWarrior 3 жыл бұрын
Very incredible James! Love your way of doing things in spite of the limitations of circumstances. Beautiful and thank you!
@melodicdeathFAN 3 жыл бұрын
Rest of us: human mode....................James Gurney: always in Legendary mode....
@sergemassa2937 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mr Gurney, in first, hello from France, stay safe in USA, it makes a long time that I follow you, and I'm always astonished of your gouache paintings.... Thanks for your tutorials that I follow since a long time.
@DierPizetDRPZ 3 жыл бұрын
Wow 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎨🎨🎨 pleinair is great..!
@Ryan-vv7jn 3 жыл бұрын
loving all your paintings, sir
@Kahweekah2o2f 2 жыл бұрын
Just a happy little snow pile. So rad. AND helpful. Good tip to become efficient with each color.
@marymccaslin1690 2 жыл бұрын
My God, are you talented! You make the most boring of scenery an interesting work of art❤️
@margyyn3479 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you're back
@fr7115 4 ай бұрын
This is magical!!!
@deannastomer7145 3 жыл бұрын
So incredibly beautiful!
@dslart9576 3 жыл бұрын
I love this ~ so cute .
@merisa2336 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful as usual.
@skiphoffenflaven8004 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible.
@antiv 3 жыл бұрын
I love it.
@MrTelemikey 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible work!
@LauraS13 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@mandocalrissian6454 3 жыл бұрын
Impressive. Most impressive.
@fabriciomira2 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing word and video!
@Eagerrr08 3 жыл бұрын
you works are so amazing, it's magic. Thank you
@cue138 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful sketch!!
@DClean 3 жыл бұрын
Beautifully done James
@ulfschack 3 жыл бұрын
Hugely appreciated. Thank you.
@YouSoundButtHurt 3 жыл бұрын
beautiful
@warmyellowshade 3 жыл бұрын
I always learn so much watching you, thanks!
@fadge4105 3 жыл бұрын
Brill James, thank you!
@PiyaliD 3 жыл бұрын
Woah so amazing.
@4oWhat 3 жыл бұрын
thank you for the amazing video sir
@InsidetheBoothTV 3 жыл бұрын
I love this, and you are very informative, this helps me to color correct better in my videos. thank you.
@benedictwendelldantes770 3 жыл бұрын
Everything is great in this video
@roguesodyssey 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!! You've developed a wonderful talent. Thanks for making this video.
@dylanduke1075 3 жыл бұрын
You’re such a great teacher
@Bowie_E 3 жыл бұрын
Your eye is amazing... I can't wrap my brain around how you see something and then just recreate it perfectly... You're helping me figure it out though. Your explanation of how you painted the car was mind-blowingly brilliant to me. Thank you :)
@potatooolatke 3 жыл бұрын
I find that observing everything around you all the time helps train your eye and understanding of value- and also lots of practice! But I completely agree, his eye for things is absolutely amazing.
@LukenUSee 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, he's a master! I agree, it comes from lots of observation and practice translating the subject and committing it to paper. I was very impressed as well. Alas, I may never get as good as he is, but hopefully we get better as we go
@windywednesday4166 4 ай бұрын
@@potatooolatke Exactly! The first thing I noticed when I started painting was that I look at everything differently now. Its so calming and insightful. Practice Practice Practice... ❤
@jacobjohnson8773 2 жыл бұрын
Your channel is amazing. Your art is amazing, super inspiring!
@maxabeles 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@manuelariozzi3991 3 жыл бұрын
Incroyable !!! merci bcp pour toutes vos videos
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