Monthly Group Critiques
A critique is not about us telling you what is wrong, it is a conversation about colour, space, direction, composition, design, values, brushwork, foc...
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Michael King
5 Courses • 109 StudentsBiography
Meet Michael King, a passionate Canadian artist with a deep love for plein air (outdoor) painting, through which he endeavours to capture the essence of every landscape he encounters.
Drawing inspiration straight from the heart of nature, Michael is constantly attuned to the delicate dance of light, form, and colour, seamlessly blending representational elements with an impressionistic touch, resulting in captivating works of art.
With a background in product design, he brings a wealth of technical expertise to his artistic practice, all while cherishing the beauty of simplicity. His dedication to mastery shines through in every brushstroke, always looking at the technical aspects of painting, design and a need for simplicity.
His talent has been recognized in various exhibitions and competitions, and his artwork graces private collections in Canada, the United States, and the UK. But Michael's impact extends beyond his studio as he's also the visionary behind PleinAirBC.com and the driving force behind the artful:minds artist community, enriching the lives of fellow creatives he meets along his way.
Courses
Colour Mixing 101 :: Understand Pigment Bias
This is a dedicated series of short colour-mixing videos aimed at how easy it can be and to take the mystery and frustration out of it.The introductor...
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Monthly Private Critiques
For those seeking a more in-depth, one-on-one critique, I’m offering a limited number of Private Critique sessions. These personalized reviews are des...
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Painting More Loosely Masterclass
A masterclass to loosen up your painting style and move away from excessive detail. You’ll be on your way to creating more lively and spontaneous pain...
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Upscaling a Plein Air Sketch (Free)
Whenever painting larger, some issues present themselves that don't show up in smaller studies. More space, more problems. :) In this two-part series,...
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