Integrating the Background Stories | Sebastian Salvo Paints a Two-Figure Composition (Pt. 3)

Jan-Ove Tuv visits Sebastian Salvo to observe him as he continues to work on a two-figure composition of a loving couple in his studio.
Part one: https://rumble.com/v24qo76-painting-a-two-figure-composition-with-sebastian-salvo.html
Part two: https://rumble.com/v27tvu0-fusing-a-plen-air-study-and-old-masters-sebastian-salvo-paints-a-two-figure.html

In the full video you will learn about:
• How different parts of a painting can indicate different stages of the story
• Not using models when working with the overall structure
• Using the ground/canvas structure as integral elements
• Sanding to emulate structure and toning down strokes
• Trying out changes on a small photo of your painting
• Slowly increasing contrast
• Integrating qualities from similar paintings
• Eliminating competition from what steals focus
• Checking if things work in the mirror
• Bringing remote planes in organic connection with each other

▶️ Full video (1 hour 7 min): https://www.patreon.com/posts/84146282
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