An in-depth, approachable look at painting materials that will make mastering the medium truly possible.
InstructorJill PoyerdInstruction covers pigment weight, size, transparency, and tinting strength alongside water physics like cohesion and adhesion.
The course uses demonstrations to explain paint flow, lifting, and water properties, aiding conceptual clarity.
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This view highlights a concrete, legible example from the course presentation.
This demonstration shows the surface tension and beading properties of water on textured paper, illustrating how the medium interacts with the substrate before pigment is applied.
The curriculum is lecture-based and does not include hands-on projects, exercises, or guided painting sessions.
The curriculum aligns with the goal of understanding media for both new and experienced painters.
