Tylor McNeil - Oil Painting (1)

Tylor McNeil, a professional oil painter specializing in classical realism, brings 25 years of painting experience and 8 years of full-time career dedication to his workshops. He aims to share the wealth of knowledge acquired along his path to realism, offering valuable insights for artists at all skill levels, from beginners to professionals, to enrich their own art practices.

The workshop begins with a focus on understanding the palette and color charting before delving into the complexities of oil painting, which Tylor simplifies into three manageable steps.

Step one entails mapping out the painting, also known as an underpainting, with a focus on proportions and color blocking.

Step two involves developing the second layer, emphasizing color and contrast to bring form to life and define the subject visually.

Lastly, step three concentrates on refinement, where attention is given to details such as edges, highlights, and shadows to elevate the painting…