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Art Through the Year with Sharon Jeffus — Lesson 3 — Value & Texture with Landscapes

by Sharon Jeffus | Nov 19, 2013 | Interactive Lessons | 2 |

Take a journey through art with Sharon Jeffus! In this lesson, you’ll learn about two basic elements of art: value and texture. Check out some master works of art by the great German-American artist Albert Bierstadt. Learn underpainting techniques to create atmospheric perspective using acrylic paints, wipes, and brushes. Work on two projects: a mountain scene with trees, and a beach with a palm tree.

Art Through the Year with Sharon Jeffus — Lesson 2 — Shape & Shading with Pumpkins

by Sharon Jeffus | Nov 4, 2013 | Interactive Lessons | 1 |

Take a journey through art with Sharon Jeffus! In this lesson, you’ll learn about two basic elements of art: shape and value. Check out some master works of art by Thomas Moran, Charles Ethan Porter, and Grant Wood. Practice drawing spheres and shading them, then work on two projects: a pumpkin patch at night, and a pumpkin house with pumpkin carriage.