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LIVE WORKSHOP WITH KONSTANTIN STERKHOV

Paint from a photo without copying it: Konstantin Sterkhov shows the 4 decisions he makes on every painting

Watch him adjust the composition, the palette, the level of detail and the order of steps on one live painting, then apply the same method to your next reference.

September 24, Thursday
4 pm CEST, Berlin / 3 pm BST / 10 am EDT, New York
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LIVE WORKSHOP WITH KONSTANTIN STERKHOV

Paint from a photo without copying it: Konstantin Sterkhov shows the 4 decisions he makes on every painting

Watch him adjust the composition, the palette, the level of detail and the order of steps on one live painting, then apply the same method to your next reference.

September 24, Thursday
4 pm CEST, Berlin / 3 pm BST / 10 am EDT, New York
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What you'll see and learn:

Konstantin will paint two musicians and explain every change he’ll make to the reference:


Still Life

How to adjust the composition: which figure leads, and how to crop the frame so the eye goes to him first

Painting technique

How to adjust the palette: what to do with a background full of saturated blues and greens so the figures stay in front

Landscape

Which details to leave out: how to treat the shirt pattern, the banners and the equipment without losing the scene

Painting technique

Which order of steps to choose: whether to start with the sunlit figures or the dark background behind them

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Does this sound like you?

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Your painting repeats the photo

You keep the frame the camera gave you, and nothing leads the eye through the painting.

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Your colors do not work together

Each area matches the photo, but the painting as a whole lacks harmony.

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You paint every detail

Each pattern and sign you add makes the painting look more overworked.

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You start every painting the same way

When a scene needs a different sequence, you lose your lights or the washes turn muddy.

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Your workshop with Konstantin Sterkhov

Day 1
September 24, Thursday

Konstantin will paint a street musician from the photo and stop at each decision point: where to crop, which colors to change, what to simplify and which step comes first. At the end, he will answer your questions.

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Instructor

«I believe the formula for the magic of watercolor is found in its effortlessness. Nobody is interested in your struggle; let it remain behind the frame» — Konstantin Sterkhov



  • Works in museum collections in four countries
  • Jury member of international competitions, including Fabriano
  • 200+ international exhibitions and 10 solo shows
  • UK Global Talent visa holder
  • Repin Academy graduate
  • Brand ambassador for Daniel Smith and Roubloff

  • Konstantin has painted for more than 30 years and taught for 20.

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What our students say about painting with Konstantin

★★★★★

I was not at all confident before joining this course particularly handling pigment or water 😝 I have improved a lot 😊 confident enough to finish the painting at one go. I liked the details of the different skills ❤️ and the patience with which these were explained . Konstantin has become my mentor ,friend and guide - I wish him well and pray for Peace to return 👍 Other artists were also fabulous. I have somewhat neared my target but goal is yet to be achieved😁 I want to further improve my level and understanding with watercolor - want to join" Artefacto family programme "or some other course once I am back from my holidays ✈ I earnestly request other friends interested in watercolor painting to be a part of this wonderful journey

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suchismita nath Nath
★★★★★

I had some knowledge from watching YouTube videos but lacked how or when to use basic skills. Now I feel like I do understand when to use certain skills. I liked the challenge of pushing on to more complicated paintings that I might not have thought to paint ND seeing the results. I managed to achieve the goal I set at the beginning and this makes me very happy 😄😆 I am planning on taking more courses with Artefacto and have already purchased several including Artefacto Family in the hopes of becoming more and more confidant in the skills I have learned. I would encourage anyone struggling with their skills and with motivation, like I was, to take this course. Thank you to Miroslava, Konstantin, Prasad, Tatiana and all of the team for such a wonderful program.☺👑💯

Kerry
Kerry Deeming
★★★★★

I did do watercolor painting, but struggled with wet in wet and wet on dry as well ass hard edges. Thanks to Konstantin I now know how to do it better. My painting skills have definitely improved.😊 Starting from easy to more intricate techniques and paintings - a way of growing confidence in your skills. Also watching Konstantin the way he handles his brushes.😮 Enjoyed the program tremendously. The Presentation was clear and very good and I must admit - I am hooked on the way Konstantin explains and demonstrates his process I definitely achieved my goal I now have the courage to tackle more - always was too afraid to start - blank paper and that it would be a disaster. Now I can paint and if it is a not what I wanted it to be, I know that I definitely learned something. Why Not? If you don't try, you will never know! 🎁

Yvonne Maree
Yvonne Maree
★★★★★

That was an extremely valuable lesson. I look at art very differently after fully understanding how important composition is to a painting. I feel my brushwork still has a way to go, old habits die hard. Also being more aggressive in adding dark shadows and making contrasts was a game changer. Thank you Konstantin for your excellent program and teaching

Vera Polonicoff
Vera Polonicoff
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  • Participation in a live workshop
  • Watercolor painting
  • Materials list
  • 48 hour access to the recording of the workshop

FAQ

How does it work?
Register for free or with paid access. You will receive everything by email. On September 24, join Konstantin live for the painting workshop. Recording, materials list, and reference will be available in your personal account. If you have any questions, ask them at info@artefactoschool.online.
Do I need to be experienced?
You should be comfortable with basic washes and know your materials. If you are a beginner, the recording lets you follow at your own pace.
Will there be a recording?
Yes, free registration includes a 48h recording window.
What language is the workshop in?
English

A busy scene with figures gives you more than a painting can hold.

On September 24, Konstantin shows you how to choose what stays, what goes, and where to begin, so you paint it your way.

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A busy scene with figures gives you more than a painting can hold.

On September 24, Konstantin shows you how to choose what stays, what goes, and where to begin, so you paint it your way.

Save my spot

Watercolor painting
Link to this page location: #FAQ