In this 2-hour, complete demonstration, Lori Putnam shows you step-by-step one method for working alla prima (all-one-sitting). Working wet-on-wet, you will see how she works to apply paint at different consistencies. Discussion of brushes and tools is also a big part of the video. Watch Lori mix...

Much of Lori's teaching involves a limited color palette of 3 colors and white. The next step to expanding your palette is for convenience. In this video, you will see the ease at which you can mix once you have added tubed, secondary colors. Lori also shows you what to watch for so you stay with...

Sometimes we see beautiful scenes, but have no idea how to sort out the shapes and get the feel of the moment. Knowing if the scene is best painted as light and shadow or some other means is called your Visual Statement. Learn how to choose the right visual statement to suit the needs of the scen...

This is one of Lori Putnam's live workshops. Learn the basics of oil painting. Using your own set-up, follow along as Lori introduces you to supplies, paint application, and terminology. Our special guest for this workshop was Michael Shane Neal. Shane spoke about his humble beginnings, answered ...

Every day is not always bright sunlight and shadow. Learning how to paint in different lighting situations opens up a whole new way to see the world around you and share it with others.

Whether you are new to portrait painting or needing some new ideas, this complete demonstration will guide you through some of the most important aspects of portrait painting.

Value, edges, and color are all discussed in this full-length demonstration

Lori walks you through the pros and cons of making your own painting panles and then demonstrates how to make a panel.

Tips from Lori on being learning to loosen up while being intentional, setting parameters and learning which elements of the painting to highlight and which to allow transition.

How to create exciting studio works drawing on knowledge gathered during plein air painting.

Full still life demonstration of fresh gerber daisies from start to finish. Focusing on effective brushwork and loosening up.

Tennessee is the ultimate green challenge! Watch this plein air video and learn how it is done.

This full-length demonstration discusses techniques, color, and editing of details.

Using an old panel with a variety of colors and textures as the foundation, learn how to apply paint in a more direct method and without the use of mediums in this complete, studio painting demonstration.