[2011] "The Portrait"

This is the first full-length instructional film to come from McLeod_Art Studios. It chronicles the creation of a portrait from setup to signing, including techniques, materials, methods, and an abundance of philosophical insight.

Teaser trailer:



Included in the film:
_materials (canvas, paints, brushes, mediums, etc)
_approaching the blank canvas
_proportion
_techniques for paint application (brushwork, layering, scrubbing, oiling out, etc)
_philosophies of composition, brushwork, realism, value, color
_finishing and signing

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[2009] "The Charcoal Sketch"

This video highlights the advanced techniques used by Mr. McLeod in the creation of his award-winning drawing, "Blair". It is intended as much for entertainment as it is for instruction. ***Don't miss the free, downloadable PDF, complete with high-res images and detailed descriptions from the artist for each of the 22 steps.

See also the award-winning drawing upon which it is based.

The original trailer for the video:

For those interested in more information regarding the techniques used in the creation of this award-winning drawing, download here:
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