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[@ANAHATAJADE]

This is well worth the time to listen and watch. I'm learning and the information on values (range) in this lesson makes a huge difference in a painting. Also I agree, as an artist, beginning, light and the spectrum of colors is fascinating and beautiful. It's awe inspiring and trying to capture this beauty in a painting is like trying to put an angel on canvas.

[@1Thedairy]

That was the best explanation of values (which can be quite confusing to a beginner) that I’ve heard. The only part I was surprised about was the way he discarded so much of his work as I’ve found that some of my best work was the work that I struggled with initially. It’s almost that I had to overcome that barrier. Thank you for posting.

[@macillus57]

I rarely check in on the Streamline postinsg on UA-cam but happened to check your comment. I completely agree with you Le Bot! Most of my best work were paintings I thought were failures but I kept working through them. Stay well and happy painting!

[@francesmorris6293]

What a genuine, modest and generous person! Very excellent teaching.

[@artschoollive]

He sure is, Frances! Thanks for watching. :)

[@macillus57]

Thanks, Frances! It's only painting that matters.

[@francesmorris6293]

@@macillus57 Well, can we ever separate the humanity of the artist from the art?

[@nancyparker2516]

Very beautiful! Great lesson on values. Thank you!

[@shaziabashir6569]

Thank you!!!

[@KathyBrooksArt]

Amazing lessons and interview. Totally enjoyed it

[@tasha5246]

I’ve never focused on the ‘secondary values’ to this extent. Wonderful explanation and demo! Thank you! (I’ve already ordered the full video) And I really enjoyed the interview-very thoughtful and inspiring.

[@TOPTENTRAVEL01]

He certainly has an eye for detail.

[@sandracarroll6233]

Wonderful composition and values.

[@gregwing6409]

Hi John…so much knowledge and your experience and the thoughts about what is important to think about in the studio and en plein air. Just super! I laughed to myself about your thoughts about being interested in science and architecture, but not math. I love astronomy, talk about math! I still have great equipment for astronomy as an amateur to explore the night deep sky wonders, but the math eludes me.
Cheers - Greg

[@macillus57]

Thanks, Greg. For me, astronomy puts everything into perspective. This universe isn't about us-the human race.

[@gol622]

excellent video thank you for sharing

[@mona2242]

Hello John, I am rather new in oils and realism but I thought I knew enough about values until this popped up on my feed. Now in a nutshell what is a Seconday value? And which one of your videos do you recommend I buy to get me started ? I really want to get it right. Really appreciate your generosity of spirit. Byway, your landscapes tell amazing stories , you really are part of what you paint. . (I have a masters in iconography) Thank you!

[@kathleenclarke828]

Quite a running monologue! I'm guessing you talk to yourself:) Thanks!

[@dianeoconnor8310]

I notice you’re using Winton oil paints, generally for use by student or amateur painters. Do you use them only for demonstrating, and if so, what do you usually use? 😊

[@macillus57]

Hi Diane. I know Winton is considered a "student" paint, which should normally be avoided at all costs. But I use the Winton Soft Mixing White for several reasons. I like the consistency and the zinc adds a little transparency. I know there are serious doubts about using ANY zinc in a painting, but I paint in such thin layers it's not an issue. In the last 30 years, I've had only one painting crackle, and it was the result of the medium I used, not the pigments. But I advise that you NEVER use pure Zinc White.

[@allenvoss7977]

Everything is great but you hold your brush wrong. Hold brush at the end and move back more to see what you really got going. Looks great and great lesson.

[@macillus57]

Hi Allen, I agree that holding the brush at the end and not like holding a pencil is best. It's just habit I picked up and can't quit. But I'm sure you'll agree that at the end, it's the painting that matters. Who cares how Monet or Sargent held his brush?