Colin Bradley Art Cast

In this episode Colin talks about becoming looser with your approach and how working on realistic subjects provides a great foundation for moving into impressionism and specifically a looser watercolour approach. We also talk a little more about watercolour and how to stop your paper from buckling when it dries.

Colin's next project after Errol Flynn was to draw the beautiful Doris Day. Ever since he was a child he has adored Doris Day and this one was a real indulgence and pleasure for him to do.

In this episode listen to the behind the scenes on creating this stunning portrait and be sure to check out the stages of this picture being completed over on our Facebook and Instagram pages:

http://www.facebook.com/colin1940

http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart

In this episode Colin talks about his latest picture of Errol Flynn. We posted updates on our Facebook and Instagram of each stage so that you could see how it was created and in this show Colin offers some insights into the challenges of bringing Errol to life on the page.

To see the pictures visit our Facebook or Instagram:

http://www.facebook.com/colin1940

http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart

In this episode we talk about Colin's new demonstration piece - "The Scream" by Edvard Munch. You can get access to the demo FREE for a limited time only using the link below. ALL IN Members will also find the videos inside their membership area on the website.

Colin also talks about the 2 new starter pack videos we've added - Broadstairs and the Daylight Beach Scene. You can find both subjects on our site and on Udemy as a bundle.

Lastly, we discuss the new Errol Flynn portrait and the apprehension with approaching such a challenging and iconic subject. Keep your eyes peeled on our Facebook and Instagram to see the progress of this picture!

Scream Demo links:

Members login: http://bit.ly/cba-login

Non Members link: https://bit.ly/scream-demo

New Starter Pack links:

Members login: http://bit.ly/cba-login

Non members link: https://bit.ly/individual-courses

Enrol on Udemy: https://bit.ly/9-pencil-landscapes

Social Media:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/colin1940

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart

In this episode we discuss working with tracedown carbons, both the graphite and white versions. When using a carbon do you need to go back over the drawing with a pencil? Colin shares his experience that gives him the best results when both working on light and dark papers.

We also talk about the 3 new starter pack courses we've released as well as what Colin's working on next.

Keep an eye on our Instagram to see photos of behind the scenes: http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart

In this podcast we talk about the new pictures Colin's been working on and specifically how he's composed the picture to draw the attention to the subject.

He does this by changing the physical composition of the picture and also with the depth of field within the subject (blurring the background etc.). It's fascinating to hear how your attention can be directed when looking at a picture and Colin explains how he does this in this podcast.

We hope you're all doing well and keeping safe. Our thoughts go out to all of you and hope that you're in a position to put pencil or paintbrush to paper and create.

In this episode we conclude our 3-part Q&A series with Business questions relating to art. We discuss the following:

- What is the split of time like between creating art and dealing with the business side of things?

- How does being an artist work out financially? (I'm not after figures!) Are there ebbs and flows? Has it changed over the decades? Have you ever been concerned about how it might work out? What do you know now that you didn't when you first started?

- With a number of different revenue streams (e.g. commissions, prints, workshops etc), which is the most lucrative and is it what you most enjoy doing?

- How do you price your work?

- Have you had to alter your business model over the years?

- Have you had to work hard at selling/marketing your work?

- How do you find your clients? Do you target specific markets/types of people?

- Do you have work in galleries? Is the cut they take from sold work worth the exposure it gains you?

- Do you exhibit at trade shows/fayres? Is the fee for the space worth how much art might be sold?

We hope you enjoyed the last 3 episodes and feel you have learnt a lot. Thanks again to Teresa for the questions and if you have any please send them over to us! Our email address is: [email protected]

Creating in times like these is more important than everCreating in times like these is more important than ever.

We wanted to check in with everyone to see how you're all doing and hopefully inspire you to pick up a pencil or paint brush and create.

Science has proven the incredible benefits to art and how it reduces the "fight or flight" stress hormone. This stress impacts our bodies in so many ways so putting your mind and body in the present moment can give you a chance to rest and escape "survival mode".

In this video we also talk about the new picture Colin's been working on (you can find the work in progress pictures on Instagram here: http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart).

There's another new art project coming to members this week and we'll check back in with you on Friday for our Podcast!

Links mentioned in the video:

-> Tabby Cat Course FREE for EVERYONE: https://bit.ly/draw-from-home

-> Membership to our website: http://bit.ly/learn-more-cba

-> YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/colin1940

-> Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/colinbradleyart

In this episode Colin answers some more technical questions to do with art. These questions include:

- Will fixative always dull and darken the appearance of a finished pastel piece? Or does it mean I've used too much? Is there an alternative?

- Would you ever use normal cartridge paper for pastels or is it best to use specific paper for pastels?

- What is the best technique for adding really sharp/crisp, detailed white whiskers over the top of layered pastels on animal portraits?

- With so many different brands of pastels and papers, how do I choose which to buy?

- When selling prints, do you provide a copy of the signed original and then sign it again with the limited edition number or do you photograph it prior to signing so that the print has an original signature on it with a duplication?

Thanks to Teresa for sending the questions in, we hope people find the answers interesting and stay tuned for another Q & A podcast next week on the business of art!

In this episode Colin answers some questions about his career as an artist and offers advice to those who want to have a career in art. The questions we discuss include:

*What has surprised you most about your career as an artist?

*What incorrect assumptions do people have about life as an artist?

*What do you wish you had known before you got into being an artist? Is there anything you would do differently if you could rewind?

*What should a new artist be aware of before starting out?

*What steps/advice/recommendations would you give to a new artist starting out?

*What are the best resources/events/people to follow in the industry?

*Is there anyone else you think it would be useful to speak to?

We hope you enjoy this episode and look out for our next episodes where we'll answer technical art related questions and more about running a business as an artist.