Master Interlocking Shapes: Paint Your Own Stunning Art (Udemy.com)
Smart Design Concepts For Fine Artists
Created by: Robert Joyner
Last updated May 2020
What you will learn
- When you are finished with this class you will have a deep understanding of how to begin a painting using interlocking shapes.
- This design technique will help make your compositions and shapes more cohesive.
- And as the saying goes a well designed painting is half way done.
- Create better designs
How it compares
Against the other 175 rated Udemy courses in Digital Painting on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.4 out of 5higher than 26% of them
- Reviews63#138 of 176 by number of reviews
- Length2.2 hoursshorter than 69% of them
- Last updatedMay 2020earlier than 58% of them
Course Description
Do You Struggle With Starting A Painting? I know I do!
Beautiful paintings have to start somewhere. And there are many ways one can approach it from a series of sketches to a spontaneous idea. Nonetheless you need as many methods as possible to embark on a creative journey and this course delivers a perfect solution.
What Interlocking Shapes Will Do For You
With good design techniques you have the power to make any image your next masterpiece. It's easily learned and can be applied to any medium from oils to pastels. With a little knowledge and feedback you can achieve quality art. With good design the sky's the limit.
create unity
simplify your subjects
force you to stop copying what you see
use your imagination - what a novel idea!
create cohesive art
make light & shadow work for you
Who is this class for?
You! The lessons in this class will open you up to a brand new approach to interpreting your subjects with intelligent design ideas. If your art has become stagnant and you don't know why it's probably the lack of design skills.
Overview
8 detailed lesson
2 video critiques for correcting common issues
Supply List
#2 pencil, or marker and standard print paper.
The final project can be completed with any medium.
Recent Feedback
The tutorials and workshops are helping immensely. My work started drifting and your lessons are reminding me to concentrate and plan properly. - G. France
The critiques really help a lot as I can see the big difference it makes when you apply your suggestions. I am really grateful to have found you. - J. Garcia
Instructor Details
- 4.4 Rating
63 Reviews
Robert Joyner
Hi, I'm Robert Joyner.
I'm a full time paint-slinger from Richmond, Virginia specializing in watercolor, acrylic & mixed media paintings. Best known for my signature loose brushwork and carefree approach to creating abstract style artwork.
Here's a quick look at some of my bragging rights.
Official Artist 2012 Kentucky Derby
Arlington Horse Race Track Chicago
National Pastime Baseball Museum
Art On Carnival Cruise Ships
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Art on sitcom Modern Family
Artwork on sitcom The Odd Couple
Artwork in movie Tracers
2013 Mixed Media Instructor Strathmore Papers
Shenton Valley Vineyards Wine Label
Polo Resort - upscale hotel In Hong Kong
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Reviews
By Yago Soares Fernandes on 5/27/2020
After the first half of the course, things became kinda foggy, with the instructor making some valid corrections to the works of the students, but some times making corrections that made the piece less interesting. The last demonstration was very poor in the matter of interlocking shapes, and did not reflect the info in the rest of the course. The first segment and about one or two of the three classes of the second were still very useful for people who seek to improve their composition. Overall, I'd recommend buying only if it is cheaper than usual. Otherwise, it really could use some work.
By Beau Nelson on 12/17/2019
Absolutely Amazing! The simplicity of the breakdown of any great composition is layed out beautifully.
By Scott S on 11/19/2019
He explains interlocking shapes at the beginning but it seems like it becomes less the focus as the course goes on. A lot of great information, though.
By Jason Poole on 10/23/2019
I really needed to see/hear the simplification elements. "Don't paint what you see" will be with me as I design my paintings. Putting emphasis on planning is something that has been missing in my routine and I'm pretty sure that's a big reason why I feel my paintings fail. Thank you so much!
By George Uber on 7/26/2019
Somewhat simplistic at first but subsequently I appreciated how the concepts began to become related.
By David Thompson on 7/9/2019
The course is great !! helps break down complex concepts into manageable bites of information that can be utilized in further painting projects .
By Elizabeth Purvin on 3/29/2019
The information was good but the presentation lacked. It would have been a great course if before the critiques we were provided the same inspiration images his workshop clients were and told to attempt to rearrange shapes to make it more interlocking before watching the next video. Then when we view the critiques we could see where we had the same issues they did. Instead of our own hands on assignments we view the results of others hands-on attempt to apply the knowledge. I am not asking for a refund because I think the interlocking shapes concept will really help my painting but i’m disappointed in the lack of assignments.
By Jean on 3/25/2019
Wow! I liked learning how to see as an artist, and not to paint just what I see. Really good delivery by starting with simple shapes to interlocking them creatively around a focal point and adding value.
By Sandra Brown on 12/29/2018
Learnt a great deal. I have been painting for sometime. I usually paint portraits and shy away from landscapes and buildings as I have not been able to achieve Paintings of interest. I am pleased I chose this course and cannot wait to have a go.
By Shirley Shirley on 11/21/2018
This Video solves my problems which have confused me for a long time. Thanks a lot.
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Overall Score : 88 / 100










