Painting Reality Part 1

Classical painting techniques of the ‘Old Masters' laid bare. Nowhere else will you find this 3 part series which makes an in depth practical investigation into the world and craftsmanship of the great Masters of Classical European oil painting. Make and use the same materials and learn the techniques of Rembrandt, Rubens, Vermeer and the 17th century masters of still life. Discover how they used the camera Obscura and camera Lucida to achieve accurate perspectives and proportions. Learn to paint the bloom on a grape, silks, lace, flesh and shiny metals. Yes you can do it with the help of our exceptional internationally renowned professional painting tutor William Calladine.