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Self-taught learning

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SELF-TAUGHT LEARNING: The teaching of the techniques practiced by academicians is now lost. Fortunately, writings remain. The technique I practice today is the result of personal research, both in practice…

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Demi-pâte française

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The demi-pâte française N.B. To my knowledge, there is no English translation of the term "demi-pâte" (demi=half and pâte=paste). The books dealing with this technique are of French origin and…

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Portrait painted alla prima

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Oil Portrait technique painted alla prima according to a photography  Julien, oil, 20 x 16 in  This portrait of Julien was painted alla prima in 2 consecutives days. For this kind…

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Portrait painted in two layers

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Oil Portrait technique painted in two layers according to a photography. Another portrait of Julien, this one painted in two layers is presented here as an example for comparison. After…

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Live Portrait Technique

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The practice of portraiture from live model is an essential exercise to which it is essential to be devoted relentlessly.  I drew and painted thousands of these portraits during the…

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Self-portrait in pastel with primaries

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This self-portrait is an exercise of style. A performance demonstrating the tremendous plasticity of pastel; the ability to create all hues and values sought by having on hand only the…

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The use of photography

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The use of photography by painters is controversial.Some purists totally banish this use. It is their choice. Personally, I note that an advised use of photography opens the doors to…

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The golden number – applications

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The Golden Number The Golden Rectangle The Logarithmic Spiral The Fibonacci Sequence The principle exists before the word. It is through observation and with the help of mathematics that some…

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