Episode 1: Annie O'Brien Gonzales

Annie O'Brien Gonzales is the guest this week. In our conversation, you'll hear how Gonzales over came her fear of getting back into painting after several decades away. You'll discover the advice that changed her life. Plus she talks a ton about color. She shares ways you can get better at mixing color and explains easy ways to approach color in your work (that are guaranteed to work.) Check out show notes, vocab lists, and links to Gonzales' classes at the Learn to Paint Podcast website! Here's more of what we cover:Color Exploration:Gonzales delves into the intricacies of color schemes, emphasizing the significance of monochromatic, analogous, and complementary choices.Practical tips for creating and understanding color swatches, enabling artists to master variations within selected color schemes.Acrylic Paint Mastery:Gonzales provides insights into different grades of acrylic paints, distinguishing between professional, student, and craft grades.Advocates for investing in professional-grade paints for enhanced results and encourages a limited palette to facilitate learning and effective color mixing.Acrylic Paint Management:Gonzales shares practical techniques to prevent acrylic paint from drying too quickly during the painting process.Highlights the use of plastic bead boxes, regular water spraying, and the incorporation of fluid matte medium to extend drying times.Structured Approach to Painting:Gonzales stresses the importance of adopting a systematic approach to painting, especially for those refining their skills.Encourages artists to identify preferred subjects and develop a cohesive body of work for a more focused and fulfilling artistic journey.The next 20for20 Art Challenge is coming soon, and registration is open! Nothing starts quite yet, but you can save your spot today. During Prep Week, you’ll choose a project, gather your materials, and make a plan for 20 days of consistent art-making. If you’ve been looking for a reason to get back to your art, we’d love to have you. Learn more and join us today! Support the show