Matt Smith's Approach to Painting | In the Studio

Join Matt Smith as he explains why creating small, finished paintings can be invaluable for refining your ideas and techniques, and how they serve as excellent references for larger projects. He also discusses his passion for the subject matter found in the desert and what motivates him to continue painting. 0:00 - Introduction: Importance of Small Paintings 0:20 - Methods: No Tans, Thumbnails, and Small Finished Paintings 1:08 - Benefits: Using Small Paintings as References 3:26 - Common Themes in Matt's Paintings 5:57 - Consistency and Personal Interest in Subjects MATT SMITH: SIMPLIFYING THE LANDSCAPE This course is open now! https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/ma... "UNDERSTANDING NATURAL LIGHT" VIDEO SERIES https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/ma...