Steve Curry: Painting Afternoon Light: Imagined Landscapes

Experience the Freedom to Paint From Your Imagination With Steve Curry’s Masterclass on Shadow & Light Play

Turn the Visions in Your Mind Into Original, Authentic Paintings That Are Truly YOURS!

Would you rather be a copycat artist who simply copies what you see…

…or would you rather create a work of art that’s filled with your unique artistic flair?

Anyone can easily paint from a photo reference…

…but what truly sets you apart is your ability to inject YOUR creativity.

What you’re about to discover today is a crucial skill that can not only make all your future paintings so much better…

…but will also help YOU, as an artist, stand out and get noticed.

And it’s easier than you think.

Steve Curry, a brilliant instructor and artist, is going to show you how to develop your unique artistic flair by utilizing the MOST powerful tool in your painting arsenal:

Your own creative imagination!

With Steve’s guidance, you'll master the crucial skill every artist needs: 

How to paint as you feel, not as you see!

You’ll gain the skills to infuse your art with personal emotion, creating original works that truly reflect your unique perspective — deeply personal and reflective of your own creativity.

To do that, Steve’s giving you a masterclass on shadow and light play based on his own imagination.

He's going to show you how he transforms a regular photo reference into a brand-new scene inspired by the “golden hour.”

This special time of day has a way of casting a warm, golden glow across the landscape, creating captivating contrasts between light and shadow that spark the imagination and open up endless painting possibilities.

If you’re curious to see what your imagination can do for you and your paintings, this is one video you won’t want to miss.

Here’s a small taste of what’s inside Painting Afternoon Light: Imagined Landscapes with Steve Curry:

●      Discover the foundation to paint great paintings from your imagination…

●      How to create simple yet powerful compositions and subject matter using classic proportions to break up the space…

●      How to establish a color theme and create color unity…

●      Steve’s unique “Sculpting with Color” technique — building and layering color is key to portraying the creative effects of light and shadow on your subject

●      A clear roadmap for how to achieve a successful “imagined” painting…

●      Discover one of the “first rules of painting” (it saves time and gives a clear direction) ...

●      How to make your imagined painting believable…

●      Go-to painting tricks to create interest in your artwork…

●      When it’s OK to use a dirty brush…

●      Steve’s winning tips on creating color harmony…

●      Discover Steve’s “down the ladder” method to develop color and light…

●      How to create realistic tree trunks and grasses…

●      Secrets to creating depth…

●      How to soften/blend transitions without making mud…

●      …plus, so many more tips that will turn you into a creative powerhouse!

Your Lesson Plan!

Introduction:

Dive into Steve Curry’s concept of “the imagined landscape.” Learn how to leverage your imagination and knowledge to create scenes that are 100% original to YOU. Steve will demonstrate this by painting a mesmerizing moon rising at sunset behind California eucalyptus trees, a subject he encounters every day of his life with awe. The golden hour is a magic time for artists — the shadows and the light play help activate your imagination and stimulate your creativity.

Tools & Materials:

Discover Steve’s secret weapons: his limited palette and cheat colors. Understand how these simplify your color choices, enhance control, and achieve color unity. Steve also reviews his preferred brushes and oil painting supplies.

Subject & Composition:

Master the art of thumbnail sketching; doing thumbnails is something Steve considers “one of the first rules” of painting. Learn to create a visual roadmap, balance positive and negative shapes, and use overlap and value to create depth. Steve’s insights on edge relationships, patterns, and textures will elevate your compositional skills and add interest to your work.

Underpainting Block-In:

Follow Steve as he demonstrates the block-in process using burnt sienna, creating a monochromatic foundation. Learn the “sculpting with paint” technique, using subtraction and addition methods. Discover the freedom of changeability in oil paint and how to build colors slowly and thinly. This chapter will teach you to create a strong foundation for your imagined landscapes.

Develop Color:

Explore color layering techniques, edge adjustments, and tips for color harmony. Learn when to use a “dirty brush” and how to work “down the ladder” in developing color and light. Steve’s building process of adding and adjusting will help you create depth and richness in your paintings as you explore the effects of light on your landscape.

Refine the Painting:

Dive into advanced techniques like building up paint layers, softening edges, and creating realistic tree trunks and grasses. Learn how to add interest with sky holes and create depth without making mud. Here’s where you learn what to put in or leave out to make your imagined painting believable!

The Final Pass:

Master the art of finessing your painting with techniques to soften transitions, adjust edges, and remove distracting elements. These final touches will give your imagined landscapes a professional polish and make them truly captivating!

Meet Your New Instructor, Steve Curry!

Born with a paintbrush in hand, Steve’s been immersed in the art world since day one. With artist parents cheering him on, Steve’s love for art was practically in his DNA.

What’s interesting is that Steve didn’t just stick to one lane. From nabbing a Fine Arts degree to conquering the graphic design scene in Los Angeles, Steve’s done it all. He even ran his own design agency for 15 years, working with big brands like Nissan North America, Sony Pictures, even the Academy Awards! 

After all that success, Steve felt the call of his first love — fine art. So he did what any brave artist would do. He packed up his brushes, said goodbye to the commercial world, and set up shop in the beautiful Ojai Valley.

Over the past 20 years, Steve has built up a new career, working from the ground up to develop a unique voice in the world of fine art painting.

Steve’s not just any artist. He’s been there, done that, and now he’s here to show you how to trust your creativity and let your authentic self shine through your art.

With Steve by your side, you’ll learn to paint what you love, using your imagination to bring a fresh creative spin to your favorite subjects. You’ll discover how to infuse your personality into every brushstroke, creating art that’s unmistakably YOU.

So, are you ready to break free from doubt and let your inner artist soar?