Learn How To Set Yourself Up For Creative Success

Discover The Secret To Good Composition

The compositions we discuss in this course, can be put into practice using any medium- oils, oil/cold wax, acrylics, watercolor, gouache, drawing, pastels, mixed media. I will be using oil/cold wax medium to demo in this course. But the basic elements of good composition works in any medium!

This Core Technique Will Take Your Creativity To The Next Level

This course covers core principles of composition in art that support the intention behind each piece. You will learn how to create intentional focal points, create a mood for your piece, and give directional cues that will help the viewer navigate your art piece in the way you intend. It's a game-changer, trust me!

What To Expect In This Course

Take A Peek At The Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome! Let's Look at Different Compositions

    2. Composition & Creativity in Abstract Painting Supply List

    3. Composition & Creativity in Abstract Painting Supply List (*If Using Acrylics)

    1. Lesson 1: Painting a Horizontal Composition

    2. Lesson 2: Continuing a Horizontal Composition

    3. Lesson 3: A Vertical Composition

    4. Lesson 4: Painting a Diagonal Composition

    5. Lesson 5: Painting a Cruciform Composition

    6. Lesson 6: Continuing a Cruciform Composition

    1. Lesson 1: Circular Composition

    2. Lesson 2: Meandering Composition

    3. Lesson 3: Painting an Overlapping Composition

    4. Lesson 4: Continuing An Overlapping Composition

    5. Lesson 5: Constellation

    1. Grid/Rule of Thirds

    2. Continuing the Grid Composition

    3. Tension/Cantilever

    4. Wrap-Up

    5. Composition Challenges

    1. Tips/List for Critiquing Your Own Paintings!

    2. Compositions & Creativity in Abstract Art

    3. Artist Exploration & Research

    4. Adding Asemic Writing

    5. A Few More Compositions to Try

    6. Bridge Composition

    7. Bridge Composition Example 2

    8. Bridge Composition Example 3

    9. L Composition

Basics & Beyond in Oil/Cold Wax Medium

  • $265.00

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Meet Your Instructor

Artist Lisa B. Boardwine

Lisa B. Boardwine is an artist/painter/framer living and working in Virginia. She is a Signature Artist Member of the Baltimore Watercolor Society and a Signature Artist Member of the Virginia Watercolor Society. She currently offers workshops to art groups and individuals, YouTube Videos, a Monthly Art Membership on Patreon, private Zoom Classes, and private Art Mentoring. After traveling for 26 years participating in outdoor art festivals, her work is now represented by galleries and art centers. She has exhibited and won awards in numerous juried shows throughout her career and her work is included in various collections- private and corporate- both nationally and internationally.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I still have a question, how can I contact you?

    I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. Send me an email at [email protected]

  • How long do I have access to the course?

    Forever! Once you've enrolled and paid, you'll have access to the course material for as long as you need. So devour it all at once or take things slow. It's your choice!

  • What if I'm unhappy with my purchase?

    Well, I would be sad. But if you're really unhappy with the course, just email me within 3 days to get a full refund.