How to Paint a Subtractive Oil Painting - Mastery Program Preview

Dimitra Milan and Elli Milan will be demonstrating a lesson from the Mastery Program live!
Registration for The Mastery Program is NOW OPEN, sign up now before registration closes on August 3rd at Midnight: masteryprogram.com

[@Bonami21]

In reference to a caller who brought up the french technique " Grisaille," it is pronounced Griz-eye or Gris-eye not Griz-ell. Similar to Versailles Palace. The "ll's are silent. Grisaille is an underpainting technique using tones of grey, aka "gris" not green as Elli stated. The values of grey was to resemble that seen in sculpture and relief.

[@lisaschmidt5289]

I am so thankful everyday that I decided to take this program 2 years ago!! I get excited everyday to create and use all I've learned !! Do it!! I was strapped for $$$ but I made sure I found a way to do this for myself..honestly it's easy to find the $$ when you REALLY want something.

[@milanartapp]

We are so glad to hear that you joined us and that you are enjoying it!

[@reyno6826]

Man. I wish! One day it will work out.

[@suzannebonham583]

So happy for you! Please LMK where to see your art (If you're posting!) Thank you!

[@jyothiajith3254]

Hi I am from India almost half the globe away from you .Just as Jake said I'm hypnotised seeing Dimitra do the underpainting of the bird .Its amazing .Never knew that the same color or only one color can be used to paint such a beautiful picture.

[@curioussoulseeker]

Thanks for this demonstration, I really appreciate it. It is good to know what to expect from your classes. I am really inspired and want to start my art journey with your classes!

[@bobcatnm]

I went to school for arts in 1985, but I really haven’t used it since in the traditional way. I’m starting all over again. And I love that I can learn so much on KZbin.

[@everymoment1007]

Amazing painting Dimitra, you captured it beautifully. I learned a lot, thank you both.

[@jumoura81]

Just for info, the underpaint with green is called Verdaccio for the incarnato/skin. Love following you, guys. Hopefully I'm gonna be part of the mastery program next year. Greetings from Italy xx

[@clinicalpt]

Wow. Good to know that I can pause if necessary.

[@reyno6826]

Wow she did that so fast! I love watching these two.

[@user-bl2dl9nr6f]

oh how i wish i had your videos 27 years ago when i started my painting journey

[@CharlotteWinberg]

Love it! Can´t wait to start your program in June :)

[@onixlane]

I just started the mastery program and it is absolutely wonderful! I love it with every molecule. The level of professionalism and the infinite knowledge, love and dedication for life and art that this family has - it is revolutionary and inspiring in all levels. Watching this video gives me even more perspective on subtractive painting, it ties so well with the more in depth lessons. My art has already evolved so much in 3 short weeks!

[@ChristinaBritton]

When I was in art school in America, I'm American living in Scotland, I was painting a nude model and suddenly I was in this zone where the whole class fell away. I felt free and right. When I came out of that, the entire class was around me looking at my work. I was astonished at what I had painted, and a second later, the professor came over and said no no no! Then she ripped my brush from my hand and started painting over my work. The teacher told me that is not the way to paint. I felt my face fall, and I heard gasps amonst the other students. The light and freedom I felt faded. I never painting with oils again. I regret that I allowed that 'professor' to affect me so badly.

[@notadonna5983]

She misused her authority. This could be an important life lesson for you. I believe you were channeling from the unseen--your "higher self," if you will. I just want to encourage you to dip back into that style of painting, agaimĵ. It sounds like you need to go for it.

[@suzannebonham583]

Oof, I am soooo sorry that happened to you. That was truly a traumatic experience. I hope that somehow you can find that zone again and perhaps let the past go when you're ready. The world needs to see the type of paintings that you were making then.

[@anjilala]

Maybe it was a reaction to your freedom. You no longer needed the professor or even the school in that moment because you were channeling your inner being. I hope you will try again. I didn't paint for a long time after my art school experience. Because Art was a source and expression of joy and that joy was taken and replaced with ideas about what art should or shouldn't be. Guidance on technique and different approaches can be helpful, but a dramatic response like that is coming from Ego and the professor felt threatened. I hope you will have the courage to trust yourself again. You have a gift ❤

[@evelinam.5835]

Omg thats so sad😮

[@mila9802]

I started to do drawings and upload it to getty and shutterstock to earn the money for mastery program. I believe I will be part of it in a year or soon ... regards and lot of success for everyone

[@milanartapp]

That is so awesome! What a wonderful idea and we wish you lots of success with that venture! We look forward to having you join us soon and can't wait to have you in the MP Community!

[@pml3833]

Just started the program in July, Love it!

[@alba7088]

Great program ! Loved this subtraction technique which i never knew since i m a self thought artist 😊

[@heathermaacquarrie4680]

great painting. I am excited about your program and will be joining soon.

[@susanhiga-wr2qk]

thank you for this wonderful video

[@milanartapp]

You are very welcome!

[@edwinrolland1642]

QUESTION, WHEN DO YOU FEEL THAT YOU SHOULD STOP PAINTING FOR THE DAY?

[@suzannebonham583]

I really feel drawn to enroll in the program, but I am currently in a different program. I'm doing a lot of "paper towel painting", just under paintings with value, for now. I wanted to paint landscapes but was awfully confused about value. As I practice, that confusion is diminishing. Thank you for this! Yes it is completely mesmerizing to watch the lovely Dimitra painting. I'm trying a blue heron with transparent black now.

[@lisar7738]

I have both Galkyd and linseed oil. Can they both be mixed together ? Or must be used separately. I hope to join the mastery program soon! I am super excited to get started, especially after seeing all the happy comments from people who are already in the program.

[@briannaplanetlover]

Shoot! Looks like I missed the August 3rd deadline to register for the Master’s Program. Please lemme know when the next program registration begins. Thank you! Love love love your artwork! Sincerely, Sandra S.

[@thinkngal]

Brilliant

[@ursulabosch9129]

How do you know when to move on to oil paint after acrylic painting stage Ursula from south Africa

[@user-bt7eb2pu1r]

I am totally in love with what you guys are presenting. I really would like to take this class. I have signed up for it and I guess I’m on the waiting list but I’m wondering can I extend my time and start with you another time I’m in the process of finishing a book and it has. I would like it to be finished or nearly finished. I’m at 70,000 words so I’m almost done and I would like to go back to painting. But I think would be biting off more than I can handle to jump in this class right now, until I get the book published

[@dais7891]

How long can you pause the Mastery Program payments and how often?

[@simasoltani]

awesome

[@gm690]

I never done subjective oil painting before . I have used oils before and it was more challenging to do I consider myself self taught but I had a art teacher in high school. I would have to wait until the finished painting to dry.

[@CristinaArriolaart]

Great class @dimitri..I will do this today tyou sweety❤❤

[@milanartapp]

Wonderful! We are so glad to hear you will try it out!

[@LoneJensenArt]

Will you ever offer a payment plan?

[@user-ol1nz2ti3b]

This is amazing. How do Iorder the nibs?

[@kerrykirkpatrick6034]

Is the program accredited or affiliated with any institutions,;if so, whom,and if not, what is the education equivalent to if knon

[@calliejeanglenn9808]

It’s beautiful! And yes feeling at peace watching !

[@lc9594]

Do you prep the canvas first

[@sushmasabnis6454]

Your demo by Dimitri and the commentary was really good as explanation of Graissalle . I wish to know your eraser pen has a metal tip? It looks like a blunt scalpel.

[@tinalee7473]

Tips are rubber

[@notadonna5983]

When do you think you'll start another class?

[@user-ol1nz2ti3b]

How would you prepare the canvas?

[@dewarb8311]

What is the pen Demitri is using to remove paint

[@donitafichter8298]

This is amazing! Wow it is just….well, wow. But….every time I watch this, the part at the beginning where Dimitra is explaining the mixture she made of linseed oil and ???, the video glitches and I can’t view or hear what she’s saying about the mediums she’s using. It’s just for those few split seconds right at the explanation time lol. Was that on purpose or is there a way you can tell us what she says at those moments? 🤔. I only ask because I struggle knowing what mediums vs linseed oil vs solvents vs turpentine vs paint thinner etc etc to use or not use or how to properly use them. Lol.

[@donitafichter8298]

As in I don’t know what solvent she’s using mixed with linseed oil if indeed it’s “solvent”. 😬

[@janetmatthews5564]

How much is master class please

[@rosalindhofer4973]

Is the kit of supplies extra or included in the course

[@keelyroaart]

Art supplies aren’t included

[@marthagauthier9549]

I'm not seeing a link to sign up for the program. I'm watching on my cellphone.

[@milanartapp]

It is masteryprogram.com

[@oliviared11]

I hope this is received well but I'm a fairly new artist trying to figure out my technique so I watch a ton of videos on KZbin made by many people just to get a broad range. I have tried several times to watch your videos many times as they seem to be very helpful. My problem is that I am not able to get through them due to the heavy tension between the two artists whom I assume are mentor and protege. To elaborate, it seems that the mentor is somehow threatened by the abilities of the protege. Perhaps I'm wrong but it is quite anxiety-inducing so I figured I would mention this in comments as constructive criticism. I hope this is received well. Thanks and take care

[@kallolpaul1048]

Hi, I am from Bangladesh. I visited your website and read everything about the mastery program. I love the program very much. But it's too expensive for me. Do you have any option for giving scholarship?

[@milanartapp]

I'm sorry Kallo, we don't have any scholarship options. We recommend utilizing our free workshops and free to learn how to paint and start trying to sell your work to afford the program because it's a tremendous investment and once you are able to pay for the program, you'll actually receive more out of the content after having worked for it. We're so happy that you're excited about the program and believe that if you're willing to work for it, you'll achieve the success that you desire!

[@sanetjonker5183]

Can you please give us an oversight of programme ..costs ..I am from South Africa 🇿🇦 🇿🇦

[@selfless-esteem]

It's 3600$ or $300 per month, but (loans) financing is available.

[@cherran456]

Are you using oils

[@gm690]

Do😊 use turpentine

[@gm690]

What kind of glazing medium do you use?

[@denisecrene8055]

Hi from Queensland Australia. How long would it take postal wise take to come to oz

[@denisecrene8055]

I'm talking about the paint kit

[@milanartapp]

Great question! We are not exactly sure. Though to get an estimate you can reach out to our Art Store team at this email [e-mail] . We hope that helps!

[@Eden_theartist]

Isn’t that called an underpainting?? Am I wrong?? Is the name interchangeable??

[@milanartapp]

Yes, this is a form of an underpainting!

[@Art_zm]

Your work is great. I also make videos in the same work, I hope I will improve like you❤

[@cameliagenova4427]

Hello!

[@valeriehannan]

What happens if you’re terrified of birds and can’t include anything feathered in your work?

[@milanartapp]

You are welcome to choose any source that speaks to you :) The Program provides sources to choose from, but you are always free to choose your own.

[@maryannlipovsky233]

Can you Gouche?

[@evelinam.5835]

I think it dries too fast for this technique

[@vanessavaldez8097]

What percentage of mastery program graduates are making a living selling their art full time?

[@mik20241]

Hmmm, I’m guessing not all join the program to make a living out of art. Some may join purely for self enrichment. I’m retired and lovvvve to draw, paint, play on the potters wheel or just about anything creative every day. Attending this mastery class would be sooo much fun!

[@selfless-esteem]

"hundreds" but I don't know how many have joined

[@selfless-esteem]

"hundreds" but I don't know what that percentage would be