⭐ Our master work of the month is: "The Milkmaid" (De melkmeid or Het melkmeisje) by Jahannes Vermeer* Date: C 1657 - 1658 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Milkmaid_(Vermeer) 🌹 What is the Masters Project? This is a group project where we study and appreciate a great masterwork from history. At the end of the month I will do a deep-dive and analyze what makes his work beautiful and worthy of praise and study. If you are are an artist scroll down to see the ways you can study a masterwork. If you are not a artist you can contribute your own essays and analysis on Vermeer or the historical context of his time. 🤔 Why Vermeer? - I believe he is one of historically great artists/draftsman in human history and is worth of study - The 19th century greats that we idolize all looked to the 17th greats that came before them, so we should do the same - It's good to examine a more "famous" or "mainstream" work from history to see if it's actually worthy of being remembered (hint: Vermeer actually is!) - Personally I admire and need to study, model and examine soft and quiet work/scenes and genres. Soft, quiet, pretty look and aesthetic is something I want to strengthen in my own work. I would like to do 3 paintings by Vermeer this month (see attached). ------------------------- 👉 To join the project: #1. Study this masterwork to the best of your ability and current skill level. #2. Study with intent and care. Learn from the master, don't just copy. #3. Post your work here in this thread. #4. Along with your work share your lessons and thoughts. Drawing/painting with thought and intention = massive learning. #5. Support, encourage and teach your classmates. Treat this project like we are in a live classroom. In live class rooms students collaborate and mentor others. Complete at least 1 master study per week before the deadline so I can give you feedback. I will also do live demo every week on one of the master study paths.

I worked really hard throughout this course and had a lot of fun. It really helped me to appreciate the beauty of the human figure.

Hello and welcome. To help you get started... #1. Watch the short video #2. Read the 'Start Here' guide here: https://www.skool.com/legaspi-fine-art-studio/classroom/a5e729be?md=6935ba506a4546a3849c0424e1c1ecec #3. Share your work or introduce yourself in this thread: https://www.skool.com/legaspi-fine-art-studio/welcome-introduce-yourself-here That's it. If you still have questions, please reply here.👇