This lesson takes place underneath the shade a maple tree behind the Putney Barn, as Richard paints a branch of an apple blossom tree. This installment shows the various developmental stages that lead to the completed painting below. High-resolution images of the intermediate steps are included, and serve as a great tool in studying and understanding the surface quality of the painting, and the paint application techniques Richard employed in describing this branch of blossoms and leaves.
In addition, Richard discusses in detail his thoughts on the art of painting the still life, and explains the kinds of things he keeps in mind when choosing and composing his subjects. Examples of his paintings are included to illustrate concepts. This is an exciting lesson, containing helpful insights into one of the most cherished subject matters . . . the still life.
