Figure Design in Gouache The Process by Carla O'Connor

Learn more: http://bit.ly/OConnor-CO1d Learn how to paint watermedia that truly speaks to your unique personal expression with Carla O'Connor's "Figure Design in Gouache: The Process." In this painting DVD workshop, O'Connor uses the human form as a springboard for powerful, expressive design. Each logical step in her process addresses a specific design issue. Her initial quick drawing, or "set up," relates the figure to the background and divides space into intriguing shapes. Working on gesso-coated paper, she modifies visual paths in her composition to keep the viewer inside the painting. Carla O'Connor uses interlocking shapes to create direction and movement and establishes a strong value pattern. Using gouache, she layers darks and lights, creates textures and patterns, and paints juicy transitions. She discusses the importance of each step and its impact on the overall painting. Some of the many issues Carla O'Connor addresses include: creative division of space, unity, balance, transitions, visual path, texture vs. pattern, rhythm, push-pull, contrasting colors, multiple points of interest, interlocking shapes, sequence of painting, and the development of a personal creative process.

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[agoodreference]

Very good, Carla.

[Buddykeaton]

If you are wanting to learn a new approach to gouache painting, then this maybe the DVD for you. I own the video and watch it often and each time I view the DVD, I learn something new. I have never seen another art instructional video, where the artist shared as much information as Carla shares in her video.

[lastinlineband1]

Very nice work. Thank you for posting this. =)