THE POWER OF ORCHESTRATED COLOR
- YOUR PORTAL INTO THE WORLD OF COLOR! -
Color is the most fascinating, mysterious, and magical element for artists.
If you've been wanting to explore the power of COLOR even deeper, then your wait is finally over! With Skip Whitcomb as your instructor, you are going to learn exactly what color can do for your paintings. This is a practical color course for the intermediate to advanced painter who is ready to make every color choice count regardless of the subject you paint.
Skip's goal is to show you ways of seeing, painting, and creating colors youâve never been shown or thought about before.
HOW THIS COURSE WORKS
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365 DAYS OF COURSE
ACCESS & MENTORING
WITH SKIP WHITCOMB
- A whole course designed around learning to simplify the landscape with art videos and art lessons to put into practice. At each step along the way, you'll receive feedback on your work and regular communication from Skip Whitcomb for 365 days, an entire year!
- This course is entirely online and waiting for you to log in when itâs convenient for you (no set times or schedules). Work at your own pace and ask for help when you need it.
- With each video, you can - rewind, pause, freeze the frame, and savor each lesson. Full-length painting videos and supporting concept videos that share hands-on information every step of the way.
- With Skip sharing years of knowledge, failures, setbacks, and how he found the correct way to overcome these, you will get the help you need to integrate learning with doing. Skip will ensure that your time at the easel is spent painting something you are EXCITED to finish.
- If you need to share something with Skip, he will help you with your own set of challenges. Skip knows that every student goes through art growing pains. Skip will always encourage you to ask questions, focus on the principles, and breathe new-found color harmony into your paintings!
- If you often struggle with what color to mix, how warm or cool a color should be, and what are complementary âsets,â simple triads, and dynamic triads, Skip will show you how to sort through these elements easily. He has prepared a method that works so you can do more with far less than you'd expect.
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Skip will bring out more of YOU and why you were so drawn to paint with color in the first place. He loves explaining these principles and is thrilled to show you all its capabilities. Until the early 1920s, this was routinely taught in all the great European Academies, and now you can learn it too. He holds nothing back from his students!
WHAT'S INSIDE THIS COURSE?
Watch as Skip paints several color demonstrations and supporting concepts from start to finish. Each one covers key techniques you'll be learning in each module. He gives a play-by-play of what heâs doing and why so you can apply this directly to your paintings.
This course is intended for intermediate to advanced painters who want to expand their knowledge of color. It aims to give the artist a reliable foundation for making thoughtful color decisions in the studio, in other words, to demystify color harmony in painting and empower him or her with a deeper understanding of this important principle. And to give the artist the tools to analyze painted solutions, meaning the masterworks of great painters of the past and present. This is certainly not intended to be the final word but rather a portal for refining personal expressions of color in your studio paintings.
Through the modules, youâll be invited to complete studies on references of your choosing (Skip will supply a package of photos for you to use if you like). You can always ask Skip for help or feedback on your painting inside his private-student Facebook group.
MODULE 1 | TRIADS
The most commonly used plan, triads are basically an arrangement of 3 colors. We will discuss how to push beyond the common interpretation by selecting which colors and variations of a given color, warm and cool, mixed or pure, opaque or transparent, light or dark, will work for our painting. I will do a detailed demonstration of the selection process, making a color test panel, and proceed to a color study.
MODULE 2 | DOUBLE COMPLEMENTS
Double complements are an arrangement of 4 colors, 2 sets of compliments. This set will often give us one of the broadest ranges of color possibilities yet still fit within the “limited” category, producing poetic harmony. Besides detailed demonstrations of each module, I will illustrate with examples from past and present master painters.
MODULE 3 | SPLIT COMPLEMENTS
A split complement set is one key color on the color wheel opposed by its complement plus the adjacent color on either side of this complement. Example: Orange opposed by Blue Green-Blue-Blue Violet. With the detailed demonstration, we will see the tremendous potential of this plan. Throughout this course, we will be using a standard 12 color wheel as a “color calculator” to help visualize the initial plan.
MODULE 4 | COMPLEMENTARY ARRANGEMENTS
Complementary plans often initially seem to be the most challenging of all because of the apparent limits of our color selections; therein lies its beauty. This is a plan that emphasizes drawing, big shapes, value contrasts, and edge control. We will discuss the importance of selecting a subject that will loan itself to this plan and why this is critical to our plan, along with a demonstration illustrating this process.
Please note* {Although Skip has a preference for oil paint, he is happy to help students explore and work with their preferred medium, whether it's acrylics, pastels, or watercolors.}
WHEN YOU ENROLL TODAY
YOU GET INSTANT ACCESS TO THE COURSE
WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
4 MODULES OF OVER-THE-SHOULDER VIDEO INSTRUCTION
There are more than 15 hours of pre-recorded video oil demonstrations. Dive into each one when your schedule allows. They are available to you online 24/7 for one full year on desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. All you need is an internet connection. Paint alongside Skip with each video and rewatch them as often as you need. You have all year with Skip's course concepts, and it will be a good one!
SKIP'S HAND-SELECTED PHOTO REFERENCES, OR USE YOUR OWN
Inside you will find photo reference packages of Skipâs own hand-selected images - ready for you to work from. You can easily practice what you've been learning by using them as you wish throughout the year. You are not required to use the photos - youâre always welcome to develop your own composition.
NEW VIDEO LESSONS ADDED TO THE COURSE EVERY MONTHÂ
In addition to the videos within the four core modules and their suggested assignments, Skip will record a NEW video lesson addressing a topic with tips & techniques to try in your paintings. If you think of a topic that you would like to have Skip expand on, let him know! Students mention all the time how much they enjoy receiving each new artistic concept throughout the year.Â
Here's a sneak peek inside this growing library since the course first opened. Gain access to these and many more while enrolled:
- Contrast and Value
- Identifying Half Tones
- Color Chords Illustrated
-Â Exploiting Basic Combinations
PARTICIPATE IN GROUP OFFICE HOURS WITH SKIP EVERY OTHER MONTH
Please note this is NOT a live critique you watch at a specific time. It is recorded and added to the course. You will hear and see him digitally correct students' submissions right before your eyes. These critiques are valuable because Skip is allowed more time to go in-depth into the painting and cover more detail than what is posted in his private student Facebook community. On the chosen submissions, see Skip peel back the layers, show what is working, and fix the areas that are not. The best part about these recorded videos is that you can stop and rewind Skip's critique and see how to improve your original painting. {Additionally, you will gain immediate access to a comprehensive archive of Skipâs previous critiques of student work that spans the entire duration of the course}.
ACCESS TO SKIP'S PRIVATE STUDENT FACEBOOK GROUP
Get ongoing support in Skipâs private Facebook community, which is only available to enrolled students. When you post your painting inside the group, you'll receive guidance, feedback from Skip, and new ideas, plus you can see what other students are asking, so you can learn from their journeys as well! It's a global community of artists all working alongside each other. This kind of genuine support and connection online makes a huge difference in your growth, so come with your questions!
CLIP OF A VIDEO CRITIQUE SKIP MADE OF A STUDENT'S WORK FROM WITHIN THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP
**A note about the Facebook community** Participation in the private FB group isnât required, but it will accelerate your learning throughout the year as you connect with Skip and other students. If you want, you can observe and read everything. But we encourage you to post a painting or comment because no one, but the students and Skip in the group, will see what you have posted. The general public never sees inside and will never see your posted paintings or questions, only Skip and the other students in the course.
DISCOVER THE POWER OF SKIPâS AI TOOL
This exclusive AI library is a treasure trove of years' worth of Skipâs amazing course content with TAAO. Got a question? Just ask, and the AI will instantly pinpoint exactly where Skip covered it in his course videos, complete with a written answer. This will save you hours and hours of time searching so you can keep moving forward without delay. Be one of the first to dive into this game-changing tool and experience the future of course mentoring.
Check out the video below to see it in action!
ALUMNI SPEAK OUT
HEAR FROM SKIP'S STUDENTS
"Skip is an amazing instructor. His comprehensive knowledge runs a mile deep and he shares it in a coherent manner. His all-important feedback is well adapted to individual students no matter their level of experience. Color knowledge is only one of the elements of painting that you will gain in this course. Especially the FB group, where Skip thoughtfully critiques every single post so you benefit and so does everyone else. You never are without help or guidance. TAAO mentoring courses are the best out there!"
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Edna
"Skip shows you EVERYTHING about color and how it makes or breaks our paintings. Skip leaves no stone unturned. Joy and bliss now continue to happen when I spend time online with Skip. All you need to know is in this course, plus Skip's feedback and monthly new video lessons are priceless. I feel connected and supported by participating all the way from Europe. "
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Marco
""Skip helped me rediscover my painting ability which I had given up on due to my insecurities. His passion for color theory and his thoughtful lessons and explanations are truly one of a kind. Working with Skip is a supportive experience that helps build confidence and clarity about the next steps in your art journey. The online course format is a joy to work with because there is no pressure for time like in a workshop. You have all year to complete the course and can paint on your schedule. Skip's private Facebook community is a great place to get feedback and help on your work. Additionally, his new monthly lessons provide extra benefits. I would highly recommend this online course to all my art friends.""
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Patricia
"This is an excellent course with information and practices that will enrich your painting experience. Skip has a very "down to earth" way of expressing what he is trying to teach. He does so with humor and the ability to make one see exactly how to improve a painting. This course has exceeded my expectations!"
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Caroline
"Skip has been an incredibly helpful mentor to me. Thanks to his guidance, I now approach my art with pleasure instead of frustration. His in-depth tutorial videos and critique sessions have been game-changing in my growth as an artist. I've studied with many teachers, but Skip is a true professional and has helped me accelerate my progress more than any other. Finding a great mentor to help you grow your craft is a stroke of luck, and Skip is definitely one of those exceptional artist mentors!"
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Jonathan
ABOUT SKIP WHITCOMB
SKIP WHITCOMB
Growing up on his familyâs ranch near Sterling, Colorado, where they raised American Quarter Horses, Skip knew early on he wanted to be an artist. Trained in figure study and illustration at the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles, California paved the path for him to dive into the world of Fine Art which he then pursed full-time as his career.
Now settled in Colorado where you often find him painting the landscape on location or at the very least exploring it with sketchbook in hand, Skip has over 40 years of professional painting and also teaches eager students around the world the knowledge he has gained from the craft. This has made him a sought-after artist by both collectors and students alike.
You will find numerous works of art that Skip has painted in both oils and pastels and each one has its own calm beauty with a story to tell. The way he seems to capture everyday scenes with textural detail and a pop of color make them go from expected to outstanding.
Skip says âOnce you internalize the language of painting, you never see the world the same way. It never leaves you. The veil of rational order is lifted and what hangs in the air are sensations of painted possibilities. On good days, some would call it poetry.â
Skip is a Signature Member of the prestigious PAPA (Plein-air Painter's of America)
ABOUT TUCSON ART ACADEMY ONLINE
(TAAO)
FOUNDED BY GĂBOR & CHRISTINE SVAGRIK
Art is our passion and bringing master artists right to you in your own studio is our mission.
When you enroll in one of our online mentoring courses, our professional instructors will share their art knowledge with you and take you with them on their journeys.
Our instructors have been teaching for years and know exactly how to carefully nurture each student's needs so they will benefit the most. You will get out what you put into these courses! That's our goal and promise to you.
We love physical workshops and in-person feedback, but they have their limitations.
âThey end way too fast.
â They require travel, extra expenses, and lugging your materials with you.
â The dates and times often conflict with your availability.
â If you canât make sense of your notes or quite remember how the instructor did something, youâre out of luck and on your own.
We know it can be frustrating and disheartening to work hard to perfect your art to only be hit with more stumbling blocks. I'm sure you would do anything to be able to ask a question and receive feedback from a professional artist you admire.
So we asked ourselves, âHow can we make world-class art instruction available to EVERYONE who wants it?â
And so, our 365-Day Access with Mentoring courses were born. For more than 10 years, students from around the world have had access to some of the most celebrated artists (with incredible teaching ability) available to them.
We are delighted to bring our favorite renowned artists to your doorstep.Â
We couldn’t be more thrilled to bring celebrated artist Skip Whitcomb to your studio.
You'll get his guidance, support, teaching, and mentorship for a full year.
You won’t find Skip Whitcomb’s course, The Power of Orchestrated Color anywhere else.
Exclusive content available ONLY inside Tucson Art Academy Online.
And while this 365-day course access with mentorship is worth thousands,
we’re only asking for one payment of $895 USD.
(The best value anywhere for MENTORSHIP with Skip Whitcomb!)
Skip's entire course with all the benefits is open to you when you enroll.
You’ll be on a path towards continued growth and success for your art.
Join Skip today.
ONCE ENROLLED KEEP THIS
EXCLUSIVE BONUS
FROM SKIP
- BONUS -
SUBJECT SELECTION AND COMPOSITION
In this 25-minute never-before-seen instructional video, Skip shares "How to" Combine Photos to Create a Strong Design!
One of the most common mistakes we make as artists is thinking what we see in our photos is how we should exactly paint the scene. That is not always correct. If we only knew how to alter and combine photos to identify a stronger design, this would open up more opportunities for success.
In this video, Skip will show you how to use a couple of different photographs - a foreground from one and positioning it into the mid-ground & background of another. He will discuss different scales and positioning for composition purposes. Also, how the subject folds into a color plan, you can follow.
You will clearly see how important composition is to our concept and where to simplify subjects with our artistic eye. Creative use of our photographic reference allows us to be selective, paint what we know, and fit it into a harmonious color plan to create mood and emotion.
Only students that enroll in the course get this special bonus video - itâs not available for purchase anywhere.
It's yours to download and KEEP for further learning after your year ends.
THE ESSENTIALS:
- Skipâs course "The Power of Orchestrated Color" with mentorship and guidance from Skip for 365 days.
- Plus: BONUS VIDEO - "Subject Selection and Composition" (25-minute video)
- Plus: Ask Skip to help you find what you need! Access Skip's personal library, powered by AI, which will instantly search through hundreds of hours of his course videos to find an answer to read and also take you to the exact minute in the video where he shows you what you asked. It's customized for you.
- Plus: A new video lesson EVERY month.
- Plus: In-depth group critiques EVERY other month on paintings.
- Plus: Instant access to EVERY previous monthly video lesson and EVERY group critique posted since the course first opened.
- Plus:Â A photo package of Skip's own hand-selected images to use as you wish.
- Plus: Skip's student-only private Facebook community to connect with him about questions or help with a painting. This way he can fine- tune areas of interest for you.
**A note about the Facebook community** Participation in the private FB group isnât required. However, connecting with Skip and other students will accelerate your learning throughout the year. If you want, you can observe and read everything. But we encourage you to post a painting or comment because no one, but the students and Skip in the group, will see what you have posted. The general public never sees inside and will never see your posted paintings or questions, only Skip and the other students in the course.
GET STARTED TODAY
365 DAYS WITH SKIP WHITCOMB
Get past the starting line & onto RESULTS.
This isnât just a course. Itâs a community. And itâs awesome.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will I have support if I need help with a painting?
YES. There are two ways throughout the year to get help from Skip. If you join Skip's private student Facebook community, youâll be able to ask Skip questions, get feedback from Skip on your work, and connect with your classmates. Everyone can read and see Skip's responses throughout the year. Skip can fine-tune areas of interest specifically for you when you post inside the group. You will also be invited to submit work & questions to Skip during his in-depth group critique every other month throughout the year. These are longer video-recorded sessions where you hear and see him digitally correct students' submissions right before your eyes. These are added to the course so everyone benefits from each other's video critiques. You can rework or recreate your paintings after watching these critiques because it is a video you can stop and rewind anytime. Skip is truly your mentor throughout the year.
I've read about color in books, taken several art classes, and painted often, but I still achieve mediocre results. Will this color course "finally" be the one that will show me how to mix color and apply it correctly so my paintings improve?
YES. Skip's course will prepare you with the skills needed to advance and experiment with colorways beyond the basics. Manyâ âartists paint along, repeating over and over again the same things. The goal of this course is to change all that. It is your in-depth study of color harmony-- its meaning, how to achieve it, and its many varied applications on different subjects. You will see how to begin, how to select the best color set to serve your concept, and how to finish! This way, you will thrive, whether working from a photograph or painting from life. And Skip will be right there to give you direct feedback and support to enhance your practice.
I struggle with technology... is this course easy to use?
YES. All you need to do is log in with your password and click âplay." You can pause, rewind, or fast forward in each video lesson. Watch from your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone as long as your device is connected to the internet; youâre all set! Our technology is simple and very easy to use. We are always here to help if you need us!
I'm a beginner. Is this course too advanced for me?
This course will be challenging if you struggle with basic color mixing and judging value before color. Skip designed this course to go beyond the basic color theories artists are taught when starting. You will get the most out of this course if your art knowledge leans more toward intermediate to advanced. However, Skip is a passionate teacher, and if you are willing to apply yourself, you will learn more than you ever thought possible. Trust us; your future self will thank you for leaping today!
Are there deadlines or set times to be Online?
NO. You have full access to the course for 365 days, which means you can slow things down and work on your schedule, spend more time in the video lessons, and paint when it is right for you. This year-long format allows you to uncover your unique flow as an artist, be mentored by Skip, and invest in the process to see significant changes in your work.