Rising Trends: The Painting Techniques Behind "The Rocks at Belle-Île" by Claude Monet

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Claude Monet, Rocks at Belle-Ile, Port-Domois, 1886

The Painting Techniques Behind "The Rocks at Belle-Île" by Claude Monet

There is no better art teacher than your own two eyes. Spending time with a painting and studying it — looking at its colors, how brushstrokes are layered, and how forms are "built" — is the best way to truly understand the art of painting and the secrets behind any Old Masters paintings that you love. We do just that with this stunning seascape by Impressionist master Claude Monet.

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For Courtney, art is one of life’s essentials. Presenting art techniques to you from trusted instructors and creators as well as adding her own voice to the mix about her own (sometimes blooper worthy!) art endeavors is what she loves best. She writes about everything from Old Master painting and techniques to how to troubleshoot a painting gone wrong. She is always looking for ways to make more of her studio time, too, working in mixed media.