Painterly Sunset Painting Demo

In this pastel painting, we will create a radiant sunset over the harbor using an impressionistic style. You’ll learn how to make bold expressive marks with soft pastel as we paint this coastal sunset together.
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[@judiburnett6527]

LOL. So sweet to see a full demonstration of how Alain regards Pastels.b”God bless “ the small piece of Pastel that dies.

[@AlinaMarie71]

“God bless that pastel that won’t see the light of day ever again!” LMFAO ❤it! Thank you for making me laugh! Love watching your videos- your a great inspiration! Beautiful work! Who doesn’t like the world at sunset 🥰

[@AlainPicard]

You are so welcome, glad you had a good laugh! Keep painting

[@mjpete27]

I find myself being very thoughtful about my comments on your videos! I am still amazed at how you continue to surprise me with your mark making! I am so happy to have found a modern master impressionist to watch creating his Art! Thank you for continuing to show us how you create your inspirational paintings!

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks Michael, it's a joy to share. Glad I can help!

[@jimburns6232]

Was glued to the screen loved every minute every second of that demo will watch it over and over then have a go thanks Alain..

[@AlainPicard]

Thank you Jim, that is so great to hear! Have fun with your own painting as well!

[@saumyabhalerao5845]

Your voice heals my anxiety 🥺 I am always so relaxed and happy after watching your videos and calmly excited to try the techniques myself. Keep posting Alain. 🤗😊

[@sydneyrebello8576]

Amazing...I like the way you handle the medium....

[@pickyperson9318]

I tune in for the painting and that voice! 👨🏻‍🎨

[@marcyshannon2607]

Loved, loved the colors of this painterly sunset. Wow the brights and darks. Thank you.

[@AlainPicard]

You are very welcome, so glad you enjoyed!

[@jrz7325]

That was pure magic!! Thanks for sharing.

[@AlainPicard]

You are very kind, thanks. I am happy to share with you!

[@WarrenBroad]

Thank you for sharing your technique!

[@AlainPicard]

You're very welcome Warren !

[@patriciacoveney1]

I am well and truly inspired. I have not felt this motivated for a very long time. The colours are like jewels. Looking at the reference photo , I could see a lot of blue and loved the way you showed restraint and only added it at the end with the touch of blue -grey. Using the hake brush is a bit like a vignette effect in photography. I can see some perspective blur in the sky too ,so I am going to try and find a way of making marks to achieve this. Thank you so much Alain.

[@monetcafe]

ahhhhh...... so enjoyed watching you create this moment of tranquility with such harmonious colors. Love how you use the brush to soften the edges. ;)

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks Susan, yes I love that hake brush, it's just right when I need to knock down a transition. Thank you for all your encouragement!

[@SirPrancelot1]

Inspirational. It's a great job you do encouraging people to try this.

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks, I'm glad you feel inspired!

[@janelintern6969]

Magical colour, Alain - love it and I MUST have a go! Jane / Oxford

[@Dony3791]

Thank you for sharing the demo. It's a beautiful sunset and I love all those pinks and purples.

[@manyalove45]

how lovely to see the development of a such a fresh, expressionistic rendering, Alain...it provides a beautiful contrast to the more academic style, yet your exploration of color theory is beautifully academic, and for that I thank you tons and tons. Although I've been painting what I've called "prismatic" landscapes for decades now, I'm new to pastels, which, of course, is an entirely new planet from which to take joy! Thank you for so exquisitely sharing not only your knowledge, but also what I love to call "Sacred Fire"! As we learn form you, that fire then joins our own and goes on and on and on, yes? Beautiful!

[@AlainPicard]

Glad to pass the torch of passion for art to you. It's a joy to share! All the best

[@benitaferreira7946]

Beautiful! Beautiful! You are truly a brilliant artist! Thank you for sharing this amazingly, relaxing video with us! So happy I have discover your channel. Please take care and keep up the wonderful art😉💕

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks so much, glad you found me here! All the best

[@triciaarmitage1060]

Love this and, yes, I’m definitely inspired! Thank you

[@AlainPicard]

You're very welcome Tricia! Glad you enjoyed.

[@birgitblume7877]

So happy that you've published a wonderful new video!! I will try a painterly sunset tomorrow.Thank you!!!!!

[@AlainPicard]

Great, Birgit, glad you will give it a try! Have fun

[@michaelmcewan432]

Fantastic work again and tutorial

[@jamesfrancis7464]

Beautiful. I love tonalism. Lately, I’ve been toying with the idea of incorporating tonalist methods into my pastels. Time to get to it and experiment. Thank you, sir! 😊

[@AlainPicard]

You bet, James, go for it! The tonalists are wonderful sources of inspiration to draw from. Have fun!

[@saolyartstudio752]

Beautiful ❤️

[@angelabradshaw189]

So inspirational, I love this!

[@AlainPicard]

Thank you very much!

[@anajackson3283]

Amazing!! Thank you for sharing your talent

[@AlainPicard]

Hi Ana, you're welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@suzypastel5206]

J’aime beaucoup votre méthode très explicite

[@AlainPicard]

Merci beaucoup, Suzy!

[@cinnie2543]

Just beautiful

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks so much Cinnie2!

[@stephengreico2810]

More!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@jamesholder13]

Awesome!

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks James!

[@maraarroyo107]

Beautiful

[@AlainPicard]

Thanks so much Mara!

[@billrighter]

Awesome! Thanks!!!!

[@AlainPicard]

You're very welcome William! Glad you enjoyed.

[@patriciapilipuf4128]

Thank you for the new. Video

[@AlainPicard]

You are very welcome Patricia!

[@jenniefrench1338]

I love this painting! Alain I know that you covered pochade boxes and tripods before. To say the least I am not very techy and it flew right over my head but I would love to find a decent, stable hopefully not outragiously priced one. I would love for it to hold a larger painting and I also watercolor in plein air too. Stores sell many things that are bulky. I would not be flying in an airplane with it but wondered if I could ask what you think . Wc palettes can be bagged but I would love to be in the elements. Thank you for your instruction and kind positive advice. 🤗

[@lisamcgoverngraphicdesignl3990]

Terrific video with your descriptive strokes and painting advice! Once you are finished, do you use fixative and then frame it under glass?

[@andreatorraca8755]

Wonderful,your my favorite Artists,you bring such peaceful momentum to this medium, I'm happy yr not doing the patron thing.im going to purchase yr books,are there ever any workshops in west Florida?

[@helentymoshuk6459]

why do Pastelists avoid smudging in some obvious places for softness?

[@jodiroman4521]

Awesome video! Beautiful! Come to Patreon!