How Are Male Figure Paintings Made? – Contemporary Art Magazine


nd, a quirky accomplished artist, who runs the Paul Richmond studios. Here we take a look at the male model artworks.

The model, Alex Santana, Jr. stands by the easel, which contains a canvas already done with the background color. From there, it is very entertaining.

Instead of drawing the model in detail, Paul begins using dark paint to sketch an outline of the male model figures and the shapes that he needs to follow. Paul applies light lines to particular areas and darker lines elsewhere until he’s satisfied by the sketch.

When the work is finished, Paul goes on to “color block in” his outline. Sketching the outline involves color blocking. This is when artists choose the colors used to draw male figures. It is used to make oil-based paintings.

Now that Paul has his complete outline, and all the colors shaded Paul then moves to include the specifics, including specific shading of clothing, skin shading, and facial features. While the time-lapse progresses, it transforms into a stunning portrait of Paul Richmond, perfectly portraying his model.

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