Painting Plein Air Panoramas - A Quick Masterclass - Part 1

[@veraberyl]

What a lovely painting of the English countryside in typical English weather. Well done to Rachel for the steady camera work.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for your kind comments. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@karindodge9814]

I love your style of teaching. You show us that keeping things simple is beautiful and effective to convey the scene. Very approachable for me as a beginner. ❤

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you very much. Glad you find the videos helpful. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@Purpleladybirdart]

Thank you for an inspirational Plein air demonstration in such windy conditions. 🙏

[@AndrewPittArtist]

My pleasure, thanks for getting in touch. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@cozyhomemaker6535]

Thank you for braving that terrible weather to show us how to adapt to plein air conditions. Here on the California coast, it's exactly like that in winter so I know how cold it is. My biggest problem is it gets so cold I can't feel my fingers by the end, but your video has given me a "second wind" in trying it out again sometime.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thanks. It’s always worth going out. The pictures painted when the conditions are rough often turn out to be the best paintings. Good luck. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@reneerikolsen9694]

I definitely take my hat off to your persistence - even as a storm is right over you! Well done, Andrew! Video is superb and so is the painting. Don't mind the wind in the microphone; that's what happens when you are outside in the English countryside.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it René - many thanks indeed for your support and encouragement.

[@dodiburnett9964]

Thank you Andrew, for going to the trouble of filming on such a windy day. Fantastic teaching as always. Doug & Di Australia

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your kind comments. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@watercolourkeyes]

Thank you so much Mr. Pitt for another wonderful lesson series and thank you Rachel and Simon. It astounds me how I continue to glean so many monumental ‘aha’ insights from things you say, musing, in passing. Thank you! 🙏 I never realized, placing my horizon line too high is how I lose the sense of distance! Amazing little bit to catapult me forward in my practice 🙏🙏🙏🎈⭐️

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed the video and found the commentary useful. Thanks for getting in touch. A new video will be released shortly. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@carolyngritzmaker1965]

I always enjoy your videos, thank you for braving the wind in this one!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you like them. Thanks for getting in touch. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@warrengarr3709]

It is such a pleasure to learn from you! You are such a thorough and clear teacher, very inspiring.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you very much - glad you enjoyed the video. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@andyt4198]

I love your dedication Andrew. I would have been off in search of a tea room for a coffee and a cake a long time ago.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thanks. Never give up. The best paintings are often painted in the worst conditions. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@alanjordan5276]

A lovely plein air demonstration of a wonderful Suffolk winter day. Well done in trying conditions. Thank you Andrew and well done Rachel also

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it Alan. Thanks for getting in touch. Rachel did have problems holding the camera still in the strong gusty wind.

[@peterwilliamson4296]

You make water colour paint look quite usable when I have only heard how challenging it is. A pleasure to watch.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Watercolour is no harder than any of the other mediums.

[@СергейДрождин-п8й]

Добрый день Andrew! Получаю великое удовольствие от Ваших мастер-классов! Дай Бог Вам здоровья и творческого долголетия!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@maryrichinick7287]

Impressed with what you have accomplished with the windy conditions. Can't wait to see the next video.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks for your interest.

[@nickfeganart5776]

Thank you for this free video, Andrew. It's so difficult to plein-air paint, especially in windy weather, in fact, any weather! Congratulations! It's beautiful!!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@davidgreene3809]

I always enjoy your paintings and appreciate the effort you made in such a wintry day. Also please thank your wife who I assume is the audio visual expert for also doing a great job.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you very much indeed. My wife is the camera lady. Our son edits the film for us. Thanks for your interest. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@davidgreene3809]

@@AndrewPittArtist Andrew, thank your son also. I have a question about the frame you use for holding down your paper. Is it plastic? And if so, how did you cut it? I tried to make something similar with 1/8” plywood and the ply’s came apart. I had better luck with pressed board but couldn’t get straight lines. I’d like to try plexiglass or acrylic but that will be even harder to cut. Appreciate your input. Cheers.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

I’ve made various drawing frames, some with hardboard, some with MDF and some with clear acrylic (perspex), which is difficult to cut and probably best done professionally - I think they use a laser cutter. If you scroll through my free-to-watch videos you’ll find one which gives more detail about my drawing boards. @@davidgreene3809

[@trainguy1254]

Wow, you are amazing ... thank you for your dedication and kind sharing of your skills and tips, Leah from a much warmer Australia

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed the video. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@joycegilley]

Thank you once again for such a wonderful video. Hat's off to you for painting in such windy conditions. Not so warm either! Bravo!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for your support.

[@Jos-P]

What a great and realistic video of painting in the great outdoors! I live in Australia but in a cold and windy place. It is just like this. It was so good to see how to handle these conditions. I am really impressed with the quality of the painting happening. Thanks so much for sharing 😊

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you very much indeed. Funny, the most successful paintings are often done in uncomfortable conditions, so enjoy yourself and get out there. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@alanjordan5276]

Thank you Andrew and looking forward for the next part of this lovely demonstration

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it Alan. Thanks for getting in touch. The second part comes out next Friday.

[@MrMjp58]

Great demo Andrew. I admire both your work and your fortitude. I used to work out of doors quite often, but now find it just too onerous, not to say terrifying. I haven’t seen a ‘location’ artist anywhere for years. Keep up the good work.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks. Painting outside is the best method of learning to convert the 3 D world to a 2 D painting.

[@Rachel-art-and-design]

Thanks for braving the elements for us. Love your work. Looking forward to the next part(s)

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it, many thanks for getting in contact. Your comments are much appreciated. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@juanluisdelgadodelaflor8810]

Buen trabajo maestro, me gusta.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@roberthoward3723]

NIce to see you again Andrew- I like this part 1, watercolour certainly suits your area of water and marsh. Look forward to seeing more as the weather gets warmer.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it.Thanks for getting in touch. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@o8rufus]

❤❤❤

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thanks. Visit www.andrewpitt.co.uk to see more free to watch videos

[@AlysonEvans-x3q]

Lovely as always!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Oh thank you . Glad you enjoyed the video. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@marihart-qbc]

Très beau tableau, merci pour le partage!

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@jean-louisgateau4648]

Les conditions sont difficiles avec le vent et le froid, personnellement je n'aurais pas le courage de peindre par un temps comme celui-ci. Quel courage .

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thank you. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@gordonbridges1510]

Andrew, I always find your videos very interesting and instructive, especially when mixing colour. I’ve noticed you do not change your brush very much and do not mention the type of brush you use but it seems to make marks which suit, and are individual, to you. Please can you comment on that.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thanks for getting in touch. My brushes are nothing special. Most are Chinese calligraphy brushes of various sizes. I have to say once I have started painting I tend to forget which brush I have in my hand, unless I’m about to do the Sky and need something bigger or I’m about to make some particularly small delicate marks and need a small brush with a good point. Sorry I can’t say anything more helpful.

[@gordonbridges1510]

Andrew, Thank you. I am trying to adopt a looser style as per the tips in your book and for me not getting tempted in to picking up too many brushes is also key to this.@@AndrewPittArtist

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Remember, ‘simple’ is not what you paint, but how you paint. Good luck. @@gordonbridges1510

[@envynathan1]

A great learning source. The way you brought the large sky alive is amazing, to say the least. I am Nathan from India, a beginner, fascinated by water colours. Where and when can I see the second part of this painting, Sir ? Hats off to you to take such a long walk and to make this video in such difficult weather conditions. Shows how passionate you are. Thank you Sir.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Thanks a for getting in touch. The second part of this video will be released next Friday, 16th February. There are many more free-to-watch videos on my website: www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@envynathan1]

Thank you. I like your style and your skill. God bless

[@elviramcintosh9878]

Those clouds! You make it look so easy. I'll have to try it. I love your idea of not re-painting. It's simple and effective. Thank you again. Greetings from Australia. Is your book still available?

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks. Yes, we still have copies of both my books. Please contact me through my website if interested. www.andrewpitt.co.uk

[@josemariaboschlopez456]

excellent work and class. It is a great pleasure to be able to learn every time with your videos and classes. A question; What brushes have you used? . I use some Chinese and Escoda brushes. Thank you very much for all the knowledge and art classes you give us. A big hug from Spain

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks for your generous comments, they are much appreciated. Most of my brushes are Chinese calligraphy brushes. There’s nothing special about them. I was given most of them by a kind student from Hong Kong. I have bought some; they are not expensive.

[@josemariaboschlopez456]

@@AndrewPittArtist oh many thanks for your helpful. So I can buy Chinese calligraphy brushes anywhere right?? Thank you very much for your kindness, for your knowledge and for your help. A big hug from Spain.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Most good art shops in the UK sell Chinese calligraphy brushes. They are not usually hard to find. I’m sure you can get them in Spain. Good luck.@@josemariaboschlopez456

[@nancycipolla2365]

Love your skies! This truly was a Masterclass especially in such hostile wind conditions! You managed to create the painting so stoically for our benefit. I look forward to the next part of this painting. Thank you Andrew.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Many thanks for your kind comments. The second part will be published next Friday, 16th February. www.andrewpitt.co.uk@@nancycipolla2365

[@Robcarrut]

Would you please tell us what the lighting arrangemants are in your home studio. Thanks, Robert, Belfast, UK.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Nothing special. All natural day light from windows and a sky light in the roof. I rarely paint at night in artificial light. I’m used to painting outdoors as well. Hope this helps.

[@susielessard4304]

The tendency to drift up the page when sketching - is that caution here? I had never heard that expression. Does it refer to perspective and/or horizon line?

[@AndrewPittArtist]

It’s my way of expressing a tendency I have noticed in students to place the horizon (eye line is the same thing) too high on their paper. I think this is bias is a mistaken attempt to get depth in a painting.

[@envynathan1]

For the second part tomorrow Friday, 16.2.24, pl advise me the timing of your tutorial (India time please) so that I can join. Thank you sir.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

You will be able to watch the second part of this video demonstration any time after tomorrow. There will be a link on the home page of my website, www.andrewpitt.co.uk when the video has been published. Thanks for your interest.

[@danthomas6587]

I don't understand why W/C painters use those calligraphy brushes. They're way small. They splay out too much. It takes forever to paint areas and they don't take much abuse before they aren't usable anymore. But too each his own I suppose. Love your work Andrew. Cheers from the desert.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

I must say I have found my Chinese calligraphy brushes both robust and I have some are very big brushes.

[@johnrigby9594]

Such ashame Andrew that the tutorial was spoilt by the wind noise.

[@AndrewPittArtist]

Yes, sorry about the wind noise. We did try to cover the microphone, but not enough.