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Concept to Canvas
by Gabor Svagrik
I am a professional artist-teacher-blogger with over 25 years of first hand experience. This podcast is to help you in this great journey we call art. Visit my blog for free instructional videos. http://svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/Follow me on:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/svagrikart/Facebookhttps://business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
Episodes
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Paint shapes and not things
One of the main topics I addressed was a common question from art students about how to paint rocks underwater. My initial response was a straightforward "you don't," which might have seemed slightly blunt. However, I explained that successful painting is about understanding fundamental…
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Mixing Greens in the Mountains: Tips for Summer Landscapes
Welcome back to "Concept to Canvas," and join us as we delve into the world of landscapes, colors, and techniques with expert artist insights. In this episode, I am in the stunning White Mountains of Arizona. Amidst the green aspens and pine trees, we'll tackle the challenge of making a...
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Size Versus Quality
Are you painting for excellence or just to fill a space on the wall? Often I hear students speak about having to paint in certain dimensions, but bigger isn't always better... To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog...
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Do not over explain
Painters are often tempted to over explain their subject by going into detail. But too many details muddies the character of the painting. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and…
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Alone Time for Artists
A vital part of creativity is allowing yourself time everyday to pause and reflect. Here I discuss my philosophy of alone time and how I carve out time every day to achieve it. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog...
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Are you a Slow or Fast Painter?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but you can improve how fast you paint, which is particularly important if you are a plain air painter, if you practice consistently. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit...
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Work the Whole Painting
When you write a paper, the best place to begin is with an outline, an overview of what you would like to say. Similarly with painting, especially plein air painting, you ought to focus on the big ideas, the whole picture, instead of getting bogged down with one aspect of the painting. To sign up...
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Does Brush Work Really Matter?
I get asked by the students at our academy about brushwork and how much it matters, and that answer depends on your level. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website...
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Are Distant Shadows Always Lighter?
Depending on the type of landscape you are painting, shadows in the distance may not necessarily always be lighter... To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website...
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How to Create the Illusion of light
As painters, we are all illusionists, but how ought we to go about creating the illusion of light? In this episode I offer you some ways to improve your understanding and application of light in paintings. To sign up for this free webinar, check out:...
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Painting rocks underwater
After a long hiatus, we are back on the Concept to Canvas podcast with a rather unusual episode! In my recent webinar, "4 Key Mistakes to Avoid when Painting Rocks," I was asked a question regarding how to paint rocks underwater, and elaborate on my answer in this episode. To sign up for this…
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Know Your Limitations
In this episode I discuss best practices for dealing with our short comings when producing art. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
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Best Cameras for Landscape Painters
In this episode I discuss my favorite cameras for shooting out in the field. For my Blog post about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX 100 VII: https://svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/2021/5/8/sony-cyber-shot-dsc-rx-100-vii Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website...
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What are you Celebrating?
One way to approach a painting is to consider what object (be it a color, person, animal, etc.) you want to be the star of your piece. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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Stop Painting Large
Quality should always trump quantity when it comes to painting. Perhaps working on a smaller canvas would help refine your painting skills. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook www.facebook.com/svagrikfineart/
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Art has no Middle or End
While all art needs a solid foundation on which to begin, once you have the fundamentals mastered there is no limit to where your creative journey will take you. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook www.facebook.com/svagrikfineart/ The...
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5 Topics Painters Struggle with
After years of attending and teaching workshops, I often get asked the same questions and see artists struggling with the same common issues, five of which I discuss here. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Do I Need to Know My Subject?
Are you immersed in what you paint? In this episode I emphasize the importance of spending time with your subject and absorbing your surroundings. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/...
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Same Subject, Different Teacher
Gabor contemplates on how every teacher has a unique way of presenting a subject, but cautions students against jumping around from instructor, to instructor, to instructor, and so on. Find a few instructors that really speak to you, and dive deep with them. Make sure to visit my blog for free...
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Picking a Frame
A good frame should highlight the beauty of your painting, but how much is too much when it comes to choosing the right frame? Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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Choosing the Right Rig for your Tripod
Which easels are the best for outdoor painting? Learn what to look for when buying a rig in this episode of Concept to Canvas. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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Can Too Much Information Hurt?
Images from the internet and social media are constantly around us, but can spending too much time on the internet trying to imitate other people's art actually burden our own creative process? Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website…
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Fear as a Motivator
After a long break, Concept to Canvas is back! Today's topic is fear: Fear often has negative connotations, but have you ever thought about channeling it to motivate your art? Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Identify Shapes
Shapes are something we all can recognize. We don't need anyone to tell us what we are looking at. In this episode, I will explain my thoughts on this simple yet important topic. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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What is a Cool Red
Red is a warm color. Or at least that is how we perceive it. However red can also be cool in relationship to other colors around it. In this episode, I will discuss this important topic. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/...
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Should I Move Elements Around - with Randy Sexton
Moving things around on our reference or in life can be good or bad. Listen to Randy Sexton's points on this topic. Randy Sexton's instructional videos: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/randall-sexton-artist-instructional-video Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website...
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Gettin The Character - with Andy Evansen
We are all trying to say something in our paintings. Regardless of the message, we must tap into the essence of the scene. Today I have Andy Evansen in my studio and he will share his thoughts on this topic. Andy Evansen instructional video series:...
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How to Paint Rocks Under Water
This topic is asked of me often. I will try to simplify my answer to you. It is really not hard at all to make rocks look like rocks underwater. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/…
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New Studio (where to paint)
I moved into a newly built studio and needed time to figure out where to put my easel. I will share my thoughts on moving into a new studio. This could also just moving your studio from one part of the house to another. Visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website...
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Paper I Like To Use
In this episode, we dive into the essential topic of choosing the right paper for your sketches. Join me as I discuss my go-to sketchpad, the Canson Universal Sketch series, and why I prefer its 65-pound, toothy texture for drawing. I'll share tips on selecting a paper that suits your drawing...
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Mixing Greens with - Matt Smith as special guest
Greens are always interesting to mix since they can lean warm or cool. Today I have Matt Smith in the studio with me giving your his answer on why we should mix our greens. Matt Smith videos: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/matt-smith-artist-instructional-video Make sure to visit my blog for...
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Premix Colors (or NOT)
I do not premix color but I know some good artists that do. In this episode, I will share my thoughts on this topic which might encourage you to try something new. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Why I Dont Use Raw Umber
I stopped using pre mixed raw umber many years ago. It really helped me to think more about color and use pre mixed versions. In this episode I will tell you why I think it's a good idea that you should stop using it also. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website...
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Camera is Not Bad But...
I want to debunk that uses of the camera. There is lots of bad information floating out there about the use of the camera in art. In this episode, I will let you know my angel on this topic. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/...
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Is Painting Same As Drawing?
I think there is a misconception about the wet medium as not drawing. In this episode I think I will clear up some this confusion. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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Should I use texture with oils?
With oil paints we have the ability to create a third dimension. In this episode I will talk about my thinking on using texture in your art. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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Is A Outdoor Painting Better?
This is often a hot topic amongst painters but I thought to put my two cents into to. I have been painting outdoors for over 20 years so I think I have some experience with this. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Use Pastels Like Paint
When I use the pastel medium I like to call it painting. I treat is similar to oil paint. Mixing and blending on the paper. Listen to this episode my thought on this topic Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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H or B for Pencils
Drawing is such a fundamental process in art that we need to pursue it for all of our lives. I want to share with you my favorite soft pencil that I use most of the time. Here is a fun link to a site that will explain all about pencil https://pencils.com/hb-graphite-grading-scale/ Make sure to...
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Natural or Synthetic Brushes
The materials of brushes are changing with modern science but I think you will enjoy to hear my thoughts on what I like to use. This is the link to the synthetic line of brushes that are close to hog bristle https://www.rosemaryandco.com/oil-brushes/ivory-oils/ivory-long-flats Make sure to visit…
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1/6th Of A Second or Two Hours to Study
The reason I titled this post as such is to perk your interest as to what it is that we need to pay attention when studying painting. I think you will really enjoy this episode. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Why You Should Clean Your Brush Often
Just this one simple thing can make a huge difference in getting cleaner colors on your paintings. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
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Getting Criticized or Critiqued
I have had many criticisms of my work over the years and learned a lot from most of them. I a good critique can be a very helpful thing in your growth. In this episode I will give my insights on this topic. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website...
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Getting Motionally Attached To Your Painting
This is a tough topic that I think has multiply answers. Listen in to hear my feelings on this. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
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Should I Repeat The Same Painting?
Repeating the same scene is a very good practice to learn more about your previous painting. I will tell you why this is a good practice. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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How To Loosen Cap On Paint Tube
If your paint cap is stuck you can use a neat little trick that I will tell you about in this episode. Oh..and that is also a sign that your are not painting enough :) Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram...
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Why North Light Is Not Important
In my opinion as a landscape artist north light in the studio is not important. Listen to my answer why in this episode. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook...
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How to Mix Warm Greens
In this episode I will tell you what colors I like to use to get a warm green. I know this topic is something many landscape painters are interested in. Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/...
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Painting From A Monitor
I have painted with different monitors over the years and I want to share these experiences with you and give you suggestions. Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.com/svagrikart/ Facebook business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
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Why I Use the XLong Brush
Many students have asked me about this brush so on this episode I will explain why it is one of my favorites. Also here is the link below to get you right to the brush https://www.utrechtart.com/Utrecht-Series-103-Bristle-Brush--Filbert-X-Long-MP-04606-001-i1005906.utrecht Website...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I am a professional artist-teacher-blogger with over 25 years of first hand experience. This podcast is to help you in this great journey we call art. Visit my blog for free instructional videos. http://svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/Follow me on:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/svagrikart/Facebookhttps://business.facebook.com/svagrikfineart
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