REALISTIC PAINTING - FUR TECHNIQUES, GRASS AND FOLIAGE, GLOWING SKY, BIGHORN SHEEP

I paint a realistic bighorn sheep and share how I paint the sky, clouds, and foreground in this week's video. I share tips and techniques that I'm using in both oils and acrylics.
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Acrylics used:
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Cad Yellow: shrsl.com/1qfvf
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Brushes used -
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Oil Paints I used:
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Used with 4ft shop light fixture
Or
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Thanks for watching! (:

[@chuckblackart]

I said dry over wet at some point, meant to say wet over dry! LOL ... Thanks everyone, have a great weekend!

[@andrewgarratt1503]

do you work from any pictures or is this completely from imagination? Either way its freaking incredible

[@javadjafari1198]

Wow thanks amazing work

[@eddieaaronson3775]

Haha caught that, its so awesome that you are not only being so specific for us during the video but even clarifying in a comment like you are here, really appreciate the help!

[@ronaldroberts2106]

Remarkable painting. Everything looks so real when you get finished.

[@MsMamaCyn]

It's all good, I knew what you meant. haha

[@mr.s6661]

This painting defines everything I love about art AND Red Dead Redemption 2!

[@geckonia]

Your humility is just as inspiring as your art is 😊

[@chuckblackart]

I really appreciate that!

[@scraytonify1]

i was just thinking the exact thing

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Hey Chuck, I really enjoyed this video, mate! Fantastic technique and a stunning end result. I love how the big horn leaps off of the surface. Very 3-dimensional! :)

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks Andrew! That really means a lot to me

[@NS56sn]

A professional artist speaking in layman’s terms so the budding artist can understand 🤯thank you sir! You got a new sub for life 🔥

[@chuckblackart]

So great to hear that, I appreciate the support!

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

Your talent knows no bounds. Had you not filmed this I don’t think people would believe it’s a painting. You said you try to the best of your abilities? Your best is mesmerizing! R.I.P. Bob Ross. #happylittletrees

[@rosemaryclark610]

Fantastic painting! I had to chuckle while the footage of your videos was running, because you obviously love getting your reference pictures. I do too. I often have to remind myself to breathe when I'm out catching pictures of wildlife or a gorgeous scene unfolding. Your paintings are just getting better and better. I'm enjoying the T-shirt I bought, btw :)

[@chuckblackart]

I definitely do! Thanks Rosemary I think half the fun is chasing the wildlife!

[@gettriggeredgaming5217]

Artists are great because they know and understand the principles and emotion... they know the fundamentals of real life and anatomy.. they experiment and teach... Like you!

[@shadowowlkh7643]

I really wish there was such beautiful scenery like this around where I live. I believe I would be hiking nearly every day to discover new things!

[@Guide504]

I was wholly comitted to art as a boy and student, had exhibitions and had 4 examination pieces from sculpture to 4ftx4ft canvas in the national exhibition of Advanced level examines when most entire schools may have one or two pieces. I do not say this to brag but to show how anyone can loose their way. I am now 48 and while looking with her to find somthing to enjoy doing with my daughter I found you. You rekindled my passion for art and help me bond with my little girl, I am forever in you debt. Be prolific and passionate and never lose your way, you are a great artist. THANK YOU!

[@puckplayer219]

I'm not a painter or even an artist of any kind, but as someone who lives in hiking and loves the outdoors, it's worth the watch just to see the landscapes. Absolutely incredible.

[@remipeltzman3677]

this is painting is insane oh my gosh!!!! how can it be this realistic?!?!?!

[@dibakarchakraborty8712]

It's absolutely unbelievable!!! God give me one of those...😀😀

[@abhilashathackur580]

I'm sure you get fantastic comments but it's because of you that I started painting. I am not trained and your videos are all i go to for learning various techniques while I try to paint. I am a huge fan, probably a stalker! Thanks a lot for such insightful tutorials again! You really change lives with your talent!

[@labs4me16]

You should do a float plane buzzing over some trees with a nice water scene with either some guys fishing or little creak running into the lake with rapids and a bear fishing or even some otters swimming together! Good Ontario scene!

[@johntdockery]

Thanks , following you for several years, finally figured this out, acrylic base, then covered in oil. I have a similar pic of Bighorn, same stance,on a rock cropping in the bottom of the Grand Canyon, actually in a side canyon 600 ft above the river. It’s the upper little gap over the photographic swirling sandstone canyon. My 12 yr old daughter and guide and I , scaled up the wall to get to the upper “Nirvana” spot. We fell asleep on a rock. It was noonish, peaceful, and Nirvana like. The Bighorn woke us up as he noisily stepped over us and scampered up 20’ of rock, then just posed on an outcropping, which was the top of the canyon floor. We will never forget that special moment in life we shared on that rafting trip down the Colorado river through the Grand Canyon. I have done the trip three times now and everyone agrees it’s the greatest trip in the world, right in our backyard. Forest service only allows 200 non scientists in the entire 221 mile ecosystem per day. So it takes 1-2 years to find an opening. Diamond river adventures is the safest guides. Love your sun dog comments and freezing, as it was very cold at night in Yellowstone camping. Sincerely, John Dockery. Dagger stripper is the best!.

[@tusk242]

Bighorn sheep is a beauty, love the work you put into it, really paid off for so many of us to enjoy. I remember not exactly location, think the Smokies, there was a famous ELK, so many photographers came to know, a great beauty/ Handsome I should say. Seen him myself only once. I did not have a camera equipment, mine was stolen. BUT when that light would shine on him, like your Bighorn, it was so beautiful... and later someone shot him , just like the Famous Grey WOLF I did mange to get a great sketch of him. Right place, right time, he was with a few others , no interest of moving,

[@joyace9674]

🥰🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍😍Love your amazing painting beautiful God gave you a gift your are truly an artist🥰

[@txartchick5594]

Absolutely impressive most beautiful painting of a ram .I never thought of using acrylic as a understudy than using oil over it.what a CLEVER idea!Your sky is beautiful and your fur on the ram feels soft if I touch it .Bravo my friend 👍👏👏👏👍😁

[@CreativeRob]

Wow this one turned out so nice!

[@aimeelawrence-bespokefurni575]

I am so glad I watched your video for the second time. Oh my goodness!!! I have been wasting so much time today painting every detail lol. Then frustrated as I was. I decided to re watch your video. Thank goodness 🙏 I know now. Not to go straight in to the details of the fur. A huge thankyou 🙏

[@meliss9]

What I respect the most about Chuck Black is that he can paint of such a distance. When I'm painting details, my eyes HAVE to be 2 inches from the canvas. Not because I can't see, but just because I feel like I have more control then. Chuck doesn't need that. He truly is amazing

[@joyofdigitalpainting8909]

It's like meditation to watch your artwork.

[@skepticalline789]

If i were able to make Paintings like this i would feel like a super Hero .

[@sarv9979]

I didn't have words to describe this Painting, Masterpiece......Fell in love just by looking at it in the first sight..... Lovely ♥️

[@kirkwickizerart1078]

Outstanding work Chuck!

[@rajbharadia3643]

Wow! Mesmerizing! You rock! Bighorns are so beautiful and perfect subjects!

[@SureshKumar-jn8ew]

Wow. Mr Chuck . Your subtle shades on the sky has come out very well. And the blades of grass.. A great work. I also liked your talking. I will surely try some of the techniques you have demonstrated

[@zezeandjr4110]

Those animals are beautiful.

[@PowerDesignVN]

Wow! Such a wonderful experience! :)

[@davidadamson6344]

dave adamson Chuck, so enjoyed your e-mail today.of the ram on the hilltop. The perspective which you have given the viewer from which to view the animal is striking...such a big beautiful handsome animal. Also, one can almost feel the sun warnth of that sky you captured. I am always impressed so much by the beauty of the skies in your pictures. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with all of us out here. I spend hours each week watching you perform your magic on canvas. You are a joy and inspiration to watch and listen to as you offer up your comments and instructions, especially in your longer and real- time videos....it's just like a friendly personal visit to your studio. Keep on keep'in on Chuck. You are a treasure.

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks so much David, all of that really means a lot to me.

[@ccdaven81]

I'm not an artist but I love the music and vibe of this video. I would've been lucky to get to his artwork at 1:53 Well done, very much enjoyed

[@suerandecker8602]

You are an inspiration Chuck Black. I love your paintings. I used to paint, but now at 72, I am trying to get back to it. I am very rusty. Love your work

[@chuckblackart]

Glad to hear you're getting back at it! Thanks for the kind feedback and support, Sue

[@estelarodriguez7425]

Thank you Chuck for sharing your beautiful art!!

[@Easylistner7]

I am so in awe of your paintings...Gives me some hope to better my own work ...I sure wish you could send a free art print to me in Germany I am so homesick for Canada at times....but thats ok Just simply keep doing these tutorials that I enjoy so much.

[@soniareilly5618]

So realistic! I could watch you paint all day. It would be amazing to see a painting of you photographing the subject. Kinda like a self portrait with background. Amazingly gifted artist...

[@sandy_the_hippy]

Wow, check out that gorgeous scenery... so lucky

[@vrushalidekate8028]

Bea....u tifulllll .really enjoyed the way you texture the each n every part of Big horn .love the shades of sky

[@zainhussein1975]

Wow wow wow wow wow!! Sir I have no words for you. I salute u with my two hands. If I had an extra pair of hands, I would use them too!! It could never be more real than this.

[@johnelkins4958]

Really enjoy your tips on grass and showing how it's done. Chris.

[@MM-wr8uv]

Wow, it's so neat to watch your talent. God has definitely gifted you. Not everyone can have the eye you have for these paintings, even with practice, cause were all unique :) great job!

[@11gpsx5]

You sure went out of your way to get those great video and photos .I like it ,keep up the good work !

[@dopeblacktherapist]

5 min in "Again, I'm not worried about details." already created a masterpiece

[@alexanderstephen1567]

Nature, the biggest source of inspiration. We imitate God by using the talent that He has put in man.

[@pinemeadowshobbyfarmafruga8319]

New Subscriber, watched several of your presentations already, very calming and instructional. I'm trying to learn acrylic. Watercolor is my main medium but I did one acrylic so far. I am picking up hints and tips from you. Thank you. Jerry of Pine Meadows Hobby Farm

[@rajendrajagtap9823]

No, 1.artist ,chuck.

[@larkluvshorses7631]

I think your under painting is better than most of my "Finished" paintings... But you've inspired me to try painting again!

[@DilipArt]

WOW ! Amazing my dear friend !!!!!

[@Margo714P]

Great 3-D effect! Perfect shading of the sheep.

[@annaaustin3526]

The detail of the horns is just amazing!

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks!!

[@bloomkong]

Wow! That's really something.

[@rishwanmohamed5637]

Your works are really breathtaking

[@JohnArnoldPhotography]

I got my Chuck Black Vid for Saturday - All is good now. You are Da Man Chuck!

[@chuckblackart]

My pleasure thanks John!

[@hamdelamadrid9409]

i really enjoyed watching your videos on how you do fine and realistic paintings..your perseverance is so tough and awesome

[@alexanderquiroz9275]

Espectacular maestro!!!!!!! Saludos especiales desde Medellín Colombia 🇨🇴

[@stevenhumphries4667]

As usual Chuck you make it look so effortless. I'm always amazed at how you bring your subjects to life. Great piece.

[@natiachitrekashvili4396]

Thank you so much for this video Chuck and thanks for description materials below the video!❤️that’s very important for me and for everyone I think ❤️

[@tarakeener7861]

It's so awesome you live with your insperations in your backyard.

[@luciebeauchesne3636]

Hi Chuck ... How lucky you are to take a nice picture of the rams and I can say that I had a pleasure to watch them and I'm happy to see how you do what you take pictures ... Excellent information that you give ... Thank you for this beautiful sharing ...

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks Lucie I appreciate that!

[@RSJ-Texas]

Excellent painting Chuck !!!

[@malcolmdastur4411]

Another fantastic tutorial Chuck, the ram horn and grasses were my favorite part of your painting. Thank you.

[@jackienelson4112]

I love your work and am so glad you're sharing your talents with the world. Feeling inspired to try oils over acrylics at some point thanks to you. And where you live is phenomenally gorgeous, woooooowzas!

[@Exset20]

Simply beautiful 👍🏿😎 Plus , thank you for sharing those tips about the pallet knife. I’m going to try it on my next piece.

[@therescubis1492]

Hopefully I will have time to see the whole Video tomorrow ... but I have seen the first minutes three times. Fascinating and so beautyful. These Bighorns really look big. Wunderful video :) Thank you very much for sharing!

[@oscarbzdz4821]

No puedo creerlo, es increíble el cuadro Chuck Black Art 😨😶😙

[@pebblesthecat3625]

Watching this painting, something has just clicked. Thanks for explaining how to do, rather than showing how you do, and keeping the secrets to yourself. I'm going to try again, after giving up 2 years ago because I just couldn't "get it".

[@peterbunyan3924]

Excellent tuition Chuck.

[@RelatablyRational]

You the man 😍 Beautiful work sir 💕

[@SaltMagazine-kt6fj]

Your paintings always give me chills

[@orrmarie]

Can't wait to see the full process for this painting. The painting is amazing! So majestic and breathtaking. Thank you for how much you share with us!

[@thomasjanos2030]

Love your attention to detail. As an oil painter I am just getting into the acrylic line and mixed mediums. Great job as usual

[@LLMG1960]

I absolutely love your Big Horn Sheep!! So gorgeous!!!

[@geri1864]

They look totally relaxed in your presence ! How awesome is that, what great pictures for your painting!!!!

[@elavegan2206]

Wonderful painting, and wonderful animal. a greeting

[@lindagordon1708]

Thank you so much for sharing this vlog with us! It is so fun to watch your painting come to life. The ram is fabulous. The tips you gave us are great about painting textures. YOU ARE SUCH AN AWESOME TEACHER!!! LOVE to see the color mixing. Again, thank you for all you do for us.

[@TheReeW]

Thank you, can't wait to see what's next

[@CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS]

WOW!!! That bighorn looks like you could reach out and scratch him behind his ears! It's absolutely gorgeous!!! I have to say something...one thing I've noticed, in all the time I've been keeping up with your channels and watching your videos, you have maintained the same humble, attentive and caring approach, in the presentation of your videos and tutorials. There has never been even a hint of arrogance, self-promotion or condescending tones, in any of your postings. I am extremely appreciative of you sharing your knowledge, the way you share it and for taking the considerable time it requires to do so. You're one-in-a-million, Chuck!!! Thanks!!! Now...you gotta know this is coming...can't wait to see the real-time tutorial of this one ;-}

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks Mark, That's really nice to hear that. I enjoyed your email as well which I was just reading, good to hear from ya!! You're always welcome and thanks for always following my posts. Hah, I know I wish I could have but I had to really put myself into this one so unfortunately there was no full tutorial this time. Soon again though I promise :)

[@CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS]

@@chuckblackart I could tell, from watching the time-lapse, you had to immerse yourself pretty deeply into this one. You know I gotta pick on you, about the real-time tutorials, though >;-} You just keep doing what you do, and the way you do it!!! Thanks Much for all you do!!!!!

[@Wendess33]

this is gorgeous work. Thanks for sharing Chuck!

[@JudyLee1965]

Awesome to watch your process and how you explain what your doing as you go and why.

[@mustangspirit59]

I told myself I was not going to watch this whole video but like always I ended up getting completely sucked in. Lol. Beautiful.

[@peggycline4909]

Beautiful painting! Thanks for sharing video at beginning seeing the real bighorns in the snow and then sharing your process of how you painted them. Enjoy your calm voice and music too. You are very talented.

[@chuckblackart]

Thanks Peggy!

[@Tore1972Wisdom]

Hi Chuck. Very beautiful painting and such a calm scene.

[@laurascott5547]

This morning I watched this video for the third time. There is so much to see and learn. Thank you, again, Chuck Black for sharing this with us.

[@jameydb1]

I'm a super clueless beginner but love to watch ur vids man, u do such an awesome job on them and I'm a big wildlife and landscape lover and ur work just fits within what I want to learn thx so much man

[@chuckblackart]

Hey Jamey thanks! Glad that you think so and if you ever have questions about painting be sure to let me know!

[@marlynheckel9820]

I've been following your work for about a year. You are an incredible artist and I have learned a lot from your videos. Thank you

[@chuckblackart]

Great to hear that and thank you!

[@peggyclore2967]

You are such an inspiration!

[@rodquirom5327]

I love your job. I love these animals too. Congratulations from Bogotá

[@tafaoulelhadi2537]

I can't believe you... mesmerizing art

[@Hero0fTimeSS]

An absolutely fabulous painting. You make it look so easy.

[@helenamarieliebenberg2037]

Thank you. I love the way you explain.

[@michelebecker9145]

So lifelike! Excellent craftsmanship.

[@maxfreitas9333]

Awesome Chuck!!! You rock

[@shannonhansen1641]

I think I’ve finally found someone who can help me learn how to paint with easy understanding thank you great video

[@lilymanson4896]

The hills in the background are spectacular!

[@portraits_bypabloalegria8573]

Thats aweson, Chuck I love to paint n im learning a lot with your videos.. Thanks...

[@mervatyazbek9819]

I love it really looks like alive 😍

[@phyllisw3123]

LOVVVE this painting !!

[@mwaangling103]

Your a great teacher! Thanks

[@darrellbarbery3988]

Chuck, Great piece. I really enjoyed watching you and listening to how you explain your techniques, especially on the sheep and the flora. You've really captured the scene and encouraged me to keep pursuing oil painting. I've been creating pencil portraits for years and for some reason have been reluctant to move into color. Keep up the great work!

[@BrushnStrokes]

Wow Amazing .... After watching your videos I started painting.... Your videos are very inspirational 👍🏻