In this three-part series, Jessica explains the importance of taking everything we have learned and developed all year long and incorporates it into a complete idea and composition. Through the use of studies, thumbnail sketches and various photos, a complete idea materializes and the painting is developed. In the first video lesson, the painting comes together through the use of sketches, and the design and values are blocked in on the canvas. There is also much talk about developing a concept and keeping a clear vision as you work through the trial and challenges of the process.

In the second video, the colors of the painting are blocked in. Massing of the color blocking and concentration on maintaining the accurate values is the primary focus.

In this last lesson of the final painting, Jessica demonstrates putting in the final touches of the painting. Finishing a painting can be somewhat of a challenge, such as knowing when you’re done. Emphasis is placed on reaffirming your concept was captured, the value pitch maintained and the accuracy of the drawing was not lost int the process.