I have a degree in Art Education, and a passion for helping others achieve their artistic goals. My tutorials go far beyond just editing one of my photos, and will give you a glimpse in my entire thought process and approach for a given type of image.


Greater than Gatsby Tools


A couple years ago, I found the tools that helped me achieve my visions for what my photography could be. Greater than Gatsby offers tools for a broad array of styles- and I think their painterly toolkits are the best on the market.

In order to follow along with my tutorials, you will want to purchase these tools I use for each beforehand.

Check the information for each tutorial for information about which collection I used for each.


~ Bubble Chiaroscuro Tutorial ~

Chiaroscuro (pronounced kee-AR-ə-SKOOR-oh) is an artistic technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a dramatic effect. It comes from the Italian words "chiaro" (light) and "oscuro" (dark).

About the Tutorial:


More than just a tutorial about this image alone, I am offering a complete lesson about my approach to lighting and editing indoor images.

I cover everything I think about when I'm shooting inside, and give a glimpse into how to create chiaroscuro, a technique famously used by painters such as Caravaggio and Vermeer, to create rich, painterly, timeless images.

Included:

  • A detailed video walk through of editing the shown image (my son washing his car at the sink)
  • Within the video, an entire lesson and slide show covering my indoor approach, chiaroscuro, and showing relevant fine art examples.
  • A detailed PDF with tips you can use to apply to your own work

PRICE: $85*

*Click on tutorial image below for purchasing instructions


Materials Required for tutorial:


Although I often edit in Photoshop, I've been blown away with how perfectly the tones and tools of Greater than Gatsby's Fleetwood Collection augment images. For indoor images, they are my go to.

Please purchase these tools before starting tutorial, as I use them primarily.

Fleetwood collection link: FLEETWOOD COLLECTION

Link to (free) Greater than Gatsby light overlays: LIGHT RAYS