Dramatically Increase the Illusion of Depth in Your Landscapes

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  • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition

    I created a "Before and After" video of the paintings based on your comments. You can watch it here: ua-cam.com/video/ZrKJdJyCIAU/v-deo.html&ab_channel=IanRoberts

  • @shsummers
    @shsummers Рік тому +112

    You should switch between before and after a few times after the exposition; this would allow the viewer to more readily see the effects of your changes.

    • @roccoliuzzi8394
      @roccoliuzzi8394 Рік тому +20

      Or show the images side by side. This is very subtle but I can see it has great affect. Thanks.

    • @michaelavolio
      @michaelavolio Рік тому +1

      ​@@roccoliuzzi8394Yes, side-by-side comparisons are extremely useful.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +26

      Next time I will. Side by side they are a bit small but back and forth would be helpful. Thanks. All the best.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +12

      Side by side they were a bit small, but back and forth a couple of times would have been a good idea. Next time. All the best.

    • @elenareid266
      @elenareid266 Рік тому +6

      I did it to scroling back to compare. I find this video very helpfull. Thank you for showing this type of small tricks, that have a big impact.

  • @Dennis-Hare
    @Dennis-Hare Рік тому +46

    It's fascinating how impactful those few strokes can be, after painting dozens and dozens of them. The illusion of painting is mind blowing. It seems that your previous video on transitional colors, goes hand and hand with this one. Thank you for yet another insightful lesson, Ian.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +2

      Thank you Dennis. Yes, my videos all relate. Glad you are finding they can help you as a group. All the best.

  • @rebeccabrown941
    @rebeccabrown941 Рік тому +35

    Wow! A masterclass in 10 minutes! Amazing! I need to watch this one several more times to absorb all the nuances - thanks so much Ian!

  • @gladyshorst6257
    @gladyshorst6257 Рік тому +17

    This is a great example of when you know something is "off" about your painting - it just needs tweaked! Your changes are so subtle that I almost need to see the before and after side by side.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +2

      You were not alone in that. Side by side made them a bit small, but if I do that again I'll show before and after a couple of times so it is clearer. Thanks and all the best.

    • @josephinejamison8180
      @josephinejamison8180 Рік тому

      Enjoyed your video, very helpful

  • @Jancass5
    @Jancass5 Рік тому +4

    Small changes…huge differences! Fascinating!

  • @coreliemalcaba93
    @coreliemalcaba93 Рік тому +17

    Well…what can I say! That was so incredibly insightful and helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos and sharing them with the world.

  • @Coleerosekane
    @Coleerosekane 2 місяці тому

    No matter what my problem is in my current painting, no matter how old or new your videos are, it’s always your video that helps me resolve my issue. I thank you for your many many videos. I love them all.

  • @christianek_h
    @christianek_h Рік тому +9

    Consistently impressed with the higher level education you provide here for free Ian, thank you so much for your generosity! Your videos always make me feel like I've snuck into a college painting class!

  • @mariannelifrieri2251
    @mariannelifrieri2251 Рік тому +3

    Great tips that would go unnoticed had you not brought to our attentions!! Looking forward to next month.

  • @JayDouglas01
    @JayDouglas01 Рік тому +6

    This completely changed my understanding of the next thing I'm painting. Really opened my eyes, thank you!

  • @swapneelswami7925
    @swapneelswami7925 Рік тому +1

    Noted Ian 🫡👍 soft edges, cooler and blueish in the background. Happy Summer to you too ❤

  • @pglatt
    @pglatt Рік тому +1

    I appreciate how you guide student painters to develop better self critique skills.

  • @sandradonofrio413
    @sandradonofrio413 Рік тому +2

    Excellent. I agree with previous comment that more back and forth on changes would be helpful.

  • @diamondplums503
    @diamondplums503 Рік тому +4

    I think I can use this lesson in my digital art!! Thank you Sir Ian!! :DD

  • @pproniewski
    @pproniewski Рік тому +8

    Very good lesson! I have your Mastering Composition book and love it. I consider myself a professional (with some awards in juried shows and gallery representation) and I find your lessons beneficial to me! Many thanks!

  • @mollymarch9186
    @mollymarch9186 Рік тому +2

    fantastic! I so much miss seeing you every Tuesday, but deeply appreciate the once a month gems. Thank you for your generosity and for sharing your expertise with all of us.

  • @YosemiteLee
    @YosemiteLee 10 місяців тому

    This is one of the most helpful landscaping tip videos I’ve ever seen in my long life. It’s one thing to give students a list of rules, and quite another to demonstrate the rules right before their eyes. Bravo!!

  • @heatherh3457
    @heatherh3457 Рік тому +1

    I have both books and they changed my whole approach to art. Didn't think Creative Authenticity would have as significant an effect as it did but I think I got more insight from it that Mastering Composition . I highly recommend both.

  • @108bhavani
    @108bhavani Рік тому +1

    This was another great lesson from Ian. I pulled some older small pastel works from the cupboard . Thought they would be in the box till I am dead. I applied the techniques as shown in Video. Voila yes the small changes do make a difference I am now in the process of framing them with some store bought frames _____this is becoming. a bit of a nightmare 😂. Pastels seem to come alive once they are behind glass . Now they will more than likely sit in a box framed. Thank you Ian. I am now relating differently to fore ground and background as well as paying attention to soft and hard edges. Cheers Miriam. Sustralia

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +1

      Hi Miriam, Gotta get you and outlet for all those framed paintings now. Glad you found the video helpful. All the best to you.

  • @kristahall136
    @kristahall136 Рік тому +10

    This is super helpful. Thank you! I found myself going back & forth several times between the images, so I took several screenshots & compared them side-by-side & that helped my brain to absorb the differences. Others may find that useful also. Perhaps you might consider setting the images side-by-side after you discuss them. Love your videos!

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +3

      Hi Krista, that was a common comment. I figured it was video. You could rewind it. But I think it would have been better to have them side by side. If I do it again.... All the best.

  • @laraadamczyk
    @laraadamczyk Рік тому

    Thank you, this compact lesson was a game-changer. I would love to see more of your insightful advices based on your students works. It makes a huge difference when you can observe corrections on a real work. Thank you again!

  • @debwicks2523
    @debwicks2523 Рік тому +3

    Ian, this session was extremely helpful! Edges, values, directing attention to where you want the viewer to go - thank you for these valuable lessons! Your books are a constant resource and must-haves for every painter’s library. Many thanks, Deb

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому

      HI Deb, so nice to hear from you. Hope all is going well. Delighted you enjoyed the video. My very best wishes, Ian

  • @LuzFrye-z5u
    @LuzFrye-z5u Рік тому +2

    A fantastic lesson! Thank you for sharing your expertise.

  • @artenamored9074
    @artenamored9074 Рік тому +1

    I'd like to compliment the students' compositions. Even without your suggested changes the paintings are nicely rendered. The topics you addressed are subtle refinements, but certainly valuable considerations. I hope to apply this lesson. Thank you, Ian.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +1

      That is why I chose those paintings. Because they had good structure. They already worked. It was because they needed so little that I used them. So yes, I agree with your about their paintings. All the best

  • @TomH_YT
    @TomH_YT Рік тому +3

    Love your book and your videos. But this particular video is exceptional. The visual examples demonstrate the idea effectively to train the eye to see. Thank you.

  • @song4night
    @song4night Рік тому +2

    Great informative lesson, Ian. Thanks

  • @juliejroth29
    @juliejroth29 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful lesson, Ian!!

  • @michaelharris9615
    @michaelharris9615 10 місяців тому

    Subtle, maybe a little complex, even subjective, but edifying! I agree with the comment about showing before and after. Not just this video - I've had the thought on other videos too. Appreciate the wisdom, thank you.

  • @jytte47
    @jytte47 Рік тому +1

    This is fantastic. Just some few lines placed and the paintings turns into masterpieces. I will keep this in my favorite library.:o)

  • @susanrscott7910
    @susanrscott7910 Рік тому

    Love your book but watching how you edit real paint is even better. Thank you.

  • @marthacanady9441
    @marthacanady9441 Рік тому +1

    Excellent demonstration. I could easily see what you meant. Who knew that could make so much difference? Thanks, Ian.

  • @artgirl7649
    @artgirl7649 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the several lessons on painting depth into paintings. I will keep your tips in mind as I paint.

  • @htth3152
    @htth3152 Рік тому

    I audibly went "HOLY SH*T" at the sixth example. Such a strong shift with such few changes, it's actual magic!

  • @anupamroy1771
    @anupamroy1771 Рік тому

    This session just blew my mind

  • @SusanHaumeder
    @SusanHaumeder Рік тому +1

    All your videos are good but I really loved this one. It seems like in most cases you were creating a definite middle ground where there barely was one. Thanks for your work.

  • @pchabanowich
    @pchabanowich 3 місяці тому

    You have my attention here. So much to learn, but it keeps the game of oil painting lively and ever curious-making. Thank you,👍

  • @smitamehta9523
    @smitamehta9523 Рік тому +1

    This is a great lesson indeed, a very practical and very interesting!! Please have a few more like this, very very helpful! Thank you !

  • @db4006
    @db4006 Рік тому

    Ces exemples concrets, avant après, nous sont d'une aide très précieuse. Il n'y a pas mieux pour nous faire comprendre ce dont on n'a pas conscience sans ces explications.
    Quant on regarde une peinture réussie, on n'a pas conscience de toutes ces subtilités que le peintre à utilisé sciemment, et qui réunies font qu'une peinture devienne captivante, à commencer par la composition, valeurs, couleurs, contours, autres petits détail, etc etc...
    Merci Ian pour ces explications, des super informations et une super leçon en quelques minutes, Vous êtes un excellent professeur et beau de surcroît.
    Salutation depuis la France.

  • @Garden366
    @Garden366 Рік тому +1

    Well, now I see what’s holding me in the foreground of the painting currently on my easel as I’ve already blurred and blued the distant mountains but there is little differentiation between anything in the middle ground and the foreground BECAUSE the edges of receding ridge lines are too distinct and in one area, the value is too dark. I also need to darken my immediate foreground because a strip of it is very light.
    I stood at my easel this morning and looked at my work and said well this one is going to be over painted, and I’ll scrape the canvas. Thank you so very much for these tips, and allowing my mind to be unblocked as to what the problems were in the composition of this current painting. This is the first panoramic landscape I’ve attempted. Thank you, thank you!

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +1

      That's great. It really helps to know what the problem is. The main problem. Because you can go back in, knowing something is wrong, but not sure exactly what, and just keep making tons of small changes that in the end ruin the whole thing. Glad you found it helpful

  • @janecochrane3574
    @janecochrane3574 Рік тому +1

    Another great masterclass - I find them so helpful, thank you!

  • @BibleStudyPastor
    @BibleStudyPastor Рік тому

    Wonderful illustrated instruction on how edges attract the eye. I learned something! Thank you. Have a wonderful summer. Ralph

  • @karlylvisaker6047
    @karlylvisaker6047 Рік тому

    Warching the greek scene I watch over and over and could not see what you lightened and what you removed in the forground.
    But I am loving this lesson!

  • @SingYourselfWell
    @SingYourselfWell Рік тому +2

    So good, Ian, so helpful. Thank you!

  • @kathleenflanagan6760
    @kathleenflanagan6760 13 днів тому

    Hello from Carson City, Nevada Ian. I am enjoying and learning from your wonderful video's. I hope you had a grand Christmas and I wish you a happy and prosperous New Year.

  • @dragonskinavi
    @dragonskinavi Рік тому +1

    Just what I needed to push me in the right direction....wonderful Ian, thanks!

  • @10538overture
    @10538overture Рік тому +1

    Excellent video. I'd never thought about slightly reducing the colour of an interesting foreground and heightening it further back to draw the eye in. I need to think a lot more about my edges too. I tend to forget them

  • @jw7903
    @jw7903 Рік тому

    wow, it looks like you cast a magic on every pictures. thank you for showing the technique.

  • @ArcturianHealingEnergy
    @ArcturianHealingEnergy Рік тому

    This information is so subtle, SO helpful, and so good! Thank you!

  • @salilweling
    @salilweling Рік тому

    It's pleasure to watch your video because of your teaching techniques so skillfully that anyone can understand it and easily implement it. You showed us very IMP focal point adjustment in painting by adding small changes . Thankyou very much.

  • @barblair
    @barblair Рік тому +1

    Ian, thank you for this lesson. It came at a good time, when I am wondering how to create depth in my watercolor landscapes.

  • @yvonnegeelen6571
    @yvonnegeelen6571 Рік тому +1

    Love this I am going to think about this as I paint I will have to watch this a couple of times it’s a small change with a lot of power

  • @jonathanbisher
    @jonathanbisher Рік тому +1

    Really good quality tips, thank you.

  • @G1g1658
    @G1g1658 Рік тому

    What a revelation! It is so helpful to see the before and after. Let’s have more of these sessions! Thank you.

  • @joanl3115
    @joanl3115 Рік тому

    This is very helpful! Subtle changes make such a difference!

  • @susannewindhausen7542
    @susannewindhausen7542 Рік тому +1

    You are a great teacher and I love your videos. This one topped them all though ! It’s such a help to investigate why something is off and then see how it can be changed. That’s what’s always missing when I am alone and look at my piece not knowing what the problem is. Thank you for that magnificent lesson.
    Actually my husband (who self claims that he doesn’t have a clue about art) would come in and then I ask him, what do you see?where does your eye travel? What Puzzles you? He just tells me what he feels and experiences while looking
    and very often he brings me one step further that way. 😊

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +2

      That is interesting about your husband but it doesn't surprise me. When we paint we overlay our idea on top of what we actually see. Your husband just has the image itself and the image will always tell you the solution if you spend the time looking at it. But someone else, it may be staring them in the face.

    • @susannewindhausen7542
      @susannewindhausen7542 Рік тому +1

      And I loved the way how you and so we looked at these small changes and how the depth improved. Great input really. Thank you. I will be looking out for next month 😊

  • @anneadamczewski4187
    @anneadamczewski4187 Рік тому +1

    Fabulous video! Hi Ian, I really appreciate seeing how small changes can be used to make compositions better. 👏

  • @danill4079
    @danill4079 4 місяці тому

    Спасибо! Это очень полезный урок, раскрывающий секреты хорошей композиции. Успехов вам!

  • @heathernally9523
    @heathernally9523 Рік тому +1

    This was so helpful. I backed it up over and over to study the before and after. I would never have thought to reduce contrast and edges in the foreground to guide eye movement through to the background.

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому

      Hi Heather. I created a before/after video based on all of the comments. I hope you find it helpful. ua-cam.com/video/ZrKJdJyCIAU/v-deo.html&ab_channel=IanRoberts. All the best.

  • @Mauimom-w4c
    @Mauimom-w4c Рік тому

    Wow! This taught me sooooo much in just a few short minutes! I get it!! Now, I get it!!

  • @GuardImagination
    @GuardImagination Рік тому

    I love your work! I understand how I can improve my older work. Have a great summer!

  • @diannejonasson4663
    @diannejonasson4663 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this lesson, Ian! So helpful for me. I realise that, in trying to make my paintings interesting, I'm actually creating distractions for my viewer. I'll press on now, with renewed purpose! Thanks again for sharing with us. 🎨💕

  • @Toontex
    @Toontex Рік тому +1

    Thank you I have known I had a problem in some of my paintings and been stumped as to what was wrong.Thanks to you at least one of those problems has been solved

  • @edbiggs7168
    @edbiggs7168 Рік тому

    Thank you, Ian. This is a good one; slight changes, but what a difference.

  • @upendrasharma4996
    @upendrasharma4996 Рік тому +1

    Very useful !

  • @BridgetteBradshawFleer
    @BridgetteBradshawFleer Рік тому +2

    Thanks, Ian! This video ties so well with your video on "raw edges." I now feel more confident on how to "fix" some edges that are grabbing too much attention in paintings I have completed for the brushwork course. Wish me luck!

  • @kamleshsunak3176
    @kamleshsunak3176 Рік тому

    Thanks Ian for this great lesson. Have a great summer!

  • @barbaraw-boyer9741
    @barbaraw-boyer9741 Рік тому +1

    I loved this demo, very helpful!!

  • @markdunnell5591
    @markdunnell5591 Рік тому

    Never seen this explained before. Superb.

  • @normamiller2316
    @normamiller2316 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Ian. Such valuable information and I greatly appreciate you sharing your expertise. I’m learning so much from you, and will buy books after I decide which to get first! Enjoy the rest of summer.

  • @beatricebiederman7895
    @beatricebiederman7895 Рік тому +1

    That was very helpful.

  • @lynnbuffone9555
    @lynnbuffone9555 Рік тому

    Thanks Ian! I love your book and all your tips! ❤

  • @kimberlypetruzzellis4525
    @kimberlypetruzzellis4525 Рік тому

    Thank you for this instructional video. I am amazed at how such minor details can impact the total composition. I always learn so much from your lessons.

  • @chrystakyr9681
    @chrystakyr9681 Рік тому

    Very good tutorial to make us open-minded , thank you.

  • @joycebutler3494
    @joycebutler3494 Рік тому

    Very helpful reminder. I do have your door on composition .

  • @paraleeeckman1728
    @paraleeeckman1728 Рік тому

    I really appreciate your teaching! It helps a lot as I do my own painting!

  • @sylvain_st_pierre_2019
    @sylvain_st_pierre_2019 Рік тому

    Thanks again M.Roberts. Everything makes sens.

  • @02rivail
    @02rivail Рік тому

    Thank you Ian!! All the Best!

  • @yay-cat
    @yay-cat Рік тому +1

    Thank you Ian! the before after pics really explain the concepts so well (and it feel like a helpful crit to attend so that add to my experience as an artist). Also thanks for including portraiture because that's where I struggle most with composition elements

  • @nickrodis6862
    @nickrodis6862 Рік тому

    Thank you Ian Roberts

  • @myrablackwell3271
    @myrablackwell3271 Рік тому +1

    Ian, thank you! So helpful. Isn’t procreate a great tool! The before and after examples really bring it to light. I have often struggles with this not knowing what to do. You put it all together, and make it simple to understand.

  • @evandegenfelder4554
    @evandegenfelder4554 Рік тому

    Good to see you Ian, that was an excellent video!

  • @JasonSmith-ds6zm
    @JasonSmith-ds6zm Рік тому

    So helpfull - inspirational/encouraging!

  • @EvilNata
    @EvilNata Рік тому

    This was honestly eye-opening, thank you so much for this!

  • @dianneparks3625
    @dianneparks3625 Рік тому

    Another great lesson! You're the best and we all thank you, Ian!

  • @monicacote6304
    @monicacote6304 Рік тому

    Your insights are always invaluable. Thank you!

  • @kyrie0033
    @kyrie0033 Рік тому +1

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @patrickmcphee770
    @patrickmcphee770 Рік тому

    Really well done, Thank you. Subtle tips that can solve big problems and make big differences.

  • @cindyhowe8219
    @cindyhowe8219 Рік тому

    Thank you...a a great lesson! I had to laugh as I had Mastering Composition right beside me as I am currently reading through it.

  • @dganim9196
    @dganim9196 Рік тому

    Ian really great video, these before and after breakdowns you do are so educational. Thank you

  • @loretacolantonio7398
    @loretacolantonio7398 Рік тому

    I really learned a lot from this! Grazie and ciao from Italy

  • @ulrikeselleckart
    @ulrikeselleckart Рік тому +2

    Wondering if you could possibly show the before and after paintings side by side, once you're done adjusting them. Super helpful, thank you, Ian!

    • @IanRobertsMasteringComposition
      @IanRobertsMasteringComposition  Рік тому +1

      A lot of people have suggested that. If I do it again do it. The two images side by side are a bit small when they are shrunk to fit. all the best

    • @SingYourselfWell
      @SingYourselfWell Рік тому

      oh great! Thank you Ian! @@IanRobertsMasteringComposition

  • @AMd-il4mo
    @AMd-il4mo Рік тому

    Yes, it's helpful, I'm thankful.. it feed my sense to write a poem.. or to paint a poem with words,,, see you after August Mr. Ian have a wonderful weekend

  • @lucindadangles-ru5il
    @lucindadangles-ru5il Рік тому

    excellent tips . The best I've ever had explained. Thank You.

  • @marykahn6803
    @marykahn6803 Рік тому

    Very informative! Thank you again Ian.

  • @dianerose4469
    @dianerose4469 Рік тому

    ian...thank you, thank you for this lesson. It's wonderful! It's great and just what I needed. I now have your book Mastering Composition, so I can continue to learn from your .lessons!! Thank you again!

  • @abigailbarrett2909
    @abigailbarrett2909 Рік тому

    Thank you Ian!

  • @andrzejmaranda3699
    @andrzejmaranda3699 Рік тому

    VERY VALUABLE & INFORMATIVE video!

  • @kramollag
    @kramollag Рік тому

    Great insight, thank you, looking forward to next month

  • @donmoore9605
    @donmoore9605 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Ian. A very timely lesson for me as I am in the middle of painting two summer landscapes full of summer greens and struggling with introducing depth into them. I have a roadmap now. 😅