Texture is one of the visual elements of art that relates to how something would feel if it were touched; it defines the surface quality of an artwork like the roughness or smoothness of the material from which it is made. Mastering texture will help you to create realistic paintings, as well as more abstract or contemporary appealing pieces, since it is undoubtedly one of the most versatile tools at our disposal.
We experience texture in two ways: optically (through sight) and physically (through touch) In the following lessons we’ll focus in the optical or implied texture. First, we’ll see how texture is related to other elements such as perspective and color. And then, I’m going to show you a few ways to paint some of the most common textures you can come across, such as wood, foliage, grass, metal and more. This class is meant for beginner artists who want to learn how to create texture, and how to successfully incorporate it in their paintings.
