Romantic Painting Demo by Robert Hagan

Late Night, 30"x40" oil by Robert Hagan

"Backlight paintings are a delight to do", says Robert. "But they must be sneaked up on-like catching a monkey, otherwise they just get away from you. The secret in painting this type of painting is patience. It's working from the middle tones up and then down, then up and down again a few more tones, until the full range of tones from light to dark is covered. When they are done with care and flair they can be stunning. "

How to Paint a Hill and a Tree

Robert Hagan, oil painting

In the following video demo, artist Robert Hagan gives us a quick guide on how to paint hills and trees with a pastry brush and oil paint on canvas.   This is a

How to Paint Clouds in a Blue Sky

Robert Hagan, oil painting

If you're a fan of loosely-painted romantic landscapes, you'll love these tips from Robert Hagan.    In this video he shows us how to paint fluffy clouds on a sunny day,

How to Paint a Seagull

Robert Hagan shows how easy it is to add some life to your paintings in this quick guide on how to paint seagulls! 

You Can Paint Your Pet - Robert Hagan

Why not create a portrait of your own dog!   In the video below, Australian artist Robert Hagan teaches you how to paint the fun way. Learn step by step how to paint!

'Fall Run' Western Speed Painting By Robert Hagan

The Aspen Valley in Colorado in Fall is stunning. The red rock bluffs drop vertically to the small river valley floor and are the perfect backdrop to the Aspen trees as they switch color from green to yellow to orange during September. Some change earlier than others so there is inevitably a mix of these colors for the sort 3 week period of transformation.

Well add a river and then some horses running loose and we have a painting that should get everyones attention - especially if they are mid stream and on the burst!    Robert Hagan demonstrates painting such a scene in the video below!