Learn valuable tips as Daniel works with the model outdoors amidst changing light conditions and has to make critical decisions as to continue or begin a new work to make the most of the moment.

Daniel thoroughly explains how to read the values on your subject for tonal accuracy within your paintings to create the most convincing illusion of light and form.

Daniel's accessible and easy to understand approach in building solid form and capturing light can be easily implemented into your painting style, bringing your paintings even greater strength.

You will see how every brushstroke is applied and gain a knowledge as to why it was applied.

Your creativity will come alive as you experience Daniel's enthusiasm as he shares his excitement that draws him to the essence of the subject.

Daniel will teach you how to see edges accurately and shares His concepts that help you create the most variety in your edge work, bringing visual power to your paintings.

In this painting, Daniel specifically explains how to look for warm and cool tones while maintaining value simplicity to achieve the greatest form and luminosity in your subjects.

While Dan demonstrates these principles in portrait painting, these same techniques apply to any other subject matter or medium as well, including landscape and still life painting.