Art Prof

COLOR is one of the Elements of Art that is essential to a work of art. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9O5MeChsNa8. Here is an overview of the various components of color to be considered: saturation, value, contrast, complementary color pairs, warm & cool colors, and more. This video provide examples of contemporary art and images from art history where texture plays an integral role. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Lauryn Welch and Jordan McCracken-Foster.

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TEXTURE is one of the Elements of Art that is readily seen in 3D artworks. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/luGFdA9ksE4. Materials, surfaces in 3D artworks vary tremendously and contribute towards the character of an artwork. This video provide examples of contemporary art and images from art history where texture plays an integral role. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Art Prof Teaching Artist Cat Huang.

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This video demonstrates how to draw noses using Procreate and graphite. Watch this episode here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ixgc_9V74Ng. This drawing demo is based on the anatomical structure of the nose, as explained in this video: https://youtu.be/s6Z9TcGVWE4. Prof Lieu and Jordan show how to draw the bone structure and cartilage on the nose to create a convincing sense of anatomical form. Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Jordan McCracken-Foster lead the demo.

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Hang out with Art Prof Clara Lieu while you work on your artwork! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uheh-6gdflc. Chat about any art related topic, ask a question artists, materials, techniques, discuss artist wellness, or any other struggles you might be having as an artist.

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Here are some exciting prompts to get you started creating abstract paintings in acrylic, using a wide range of techniques and tools for creating abstract paintings in acrylic paint. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gl9mpBdQYD0.  These prompts are a great way to jump start your process so you can get moving with your paintings. Demo by Art Prof Clara Lieu.

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This video explains the anatomical structure of the nose, how to apply that knowledge to your drawings, as well as how the nose has been perceived in history as a symbol, and the many challenges of drawing noses.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s6Z9TcGVWE4. We explain the structural components such as cartilage, the nasal bone and how the nose fits into the structure of the face. Lecture by Art Prof Clara Lieu. Watch all of our Anatomy for Artist videos in this playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K1E6eOxiEY&list=PLvt8_pMl6ywmazoENEsPesAumylTEHEoa 

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Part 2 of our painting curriculum for self-taught artists, watch part 1: https://youtu.be/7BcLna8cTqQ,and watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/_1bbkbTpFaU Part 2 provides prompts that will stimulate all areas of painting, and that can be done in any paint media: color, brushwork, thumbnails, composition, and more in order to gain a well rounded skill set in painting. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Alex Rowe.

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How do you start a page in your sketchbook when you don't know what to draw, or feel unmotivated? (or both!) Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/prSOuVK7MLU See a drawing demo which provides several prompts for how to get your creative juices flowing. Contrary to the sketchbooks you see on Instagram, real artist sketchbooks are a mess, full of scraps of ideas, crummy looking doodles and drawings, and are rarely finished. Demo led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Cat Huang.

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We critique Hunter Schafer's drawings, wearable art, mixed media art, sketches, many of which include the human figure and surrealistic imagery. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_b_OxSJbVdg. Hunter Schafer is an American fashion model, actress, and LGBTQ rights activist. Schafer has starred in the 2019 HBO series "Euphoria." Critique is led by Art Prof Clara Lieu & Teaching Artist Deepti Menon.

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Art Prof Clara Lieu demonstrates how to draw landscapes with wet charcoal drawing techniques. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K3xd5NjPR0g Prof Lieu shows how to use a spray bottle, newsprint, and compressed charcoal in order to experiment with making abstract strokes on the paper to create a dynamic and engaging range of contrasting marks.

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