MY MENTORSHIP GROUP Painting Dynamic Landscapes That Glow

I’m mentoring a small group of artists with @mastrius.official! Mastrius is an online community dedicated to fostering community and mentorship amongst artists of all skill levels. 

In my new mentorship group, we’ll be focusing on:
▪️How Light Shapes the Landscape Students will learn to recognize how different types of light—morning, midday, golden hour, overcast—change the mood, value structure, and color relationships in a scene.
▪️Seeing and Simplifying Value Patterns They’ll practice identifying the major value groups that hold a painting together, learning to squint, simplify, and design strong compositions based on light and dark.
▪️Color Temperature in Light and Shadow Students will explore warm vs. cool relationships, learning why warm light creates cool shadows (and vice versa) and how to use temperature shifts to create glow.
▪️Glazing and Layering for Glow You’ll introduce techniques for building luminosity through transparent layers, helping students create that inner radiance your landscapes are known for.
▪️Learn to move past literal copying—using light, shadow, and color to express emotion, memory, and personal voice in their landscapes.

✨ If you’re new to Mastrius Mentorship, enjoy 50% off your first two months — plenty of time to meet your mentor (me!), settle into your group, and start feeling real momentum.
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Check out the link in bio @mastrius.official to learn more and sign up. Michael Orwick Mentorship MG1026 | Mastrius

Painting Dynamic Landscapes That Glow – In Oils and Acrylics  

Step into a mentorship designed to deepen your understanding of color, light, and expressive landscape painting. In this immersive class, you’ll learn to capture the brilliance of sky and earth, from glowing sunsets to atmospheric transitions that make a painting feel alive. Each session explores a core concept—color mixing, value control, temperature relationships, chroma, and harmony—so you can build a strong foundation while discovering how light shapes every part of the landscape. Together, we’ll move beyond simply copying what we see and begin interpreting the world with intention, emotion, and poetic clarity.

Throughout the course, you’ll receive reference photos, step‑by‑step exercises, demonstrations, and weekly handouts that break down each concept into approachable, practical steps. You’ll experiment boldly, refine your technique, and learn how to let color and light work together to create depth, mood, and luminosity. Whether you’re seeking stronger fundamentals or a more expressive voice, this mentorship will help you bring your landscapes to life with confidence and glow. Join Michael Orwick and let your colors shine.

Focus Areas

1. How Light Shapes the Landscape Students will learn to recognize how different types of light—morning, midday, golden hour, overcast—change the mood, value structure, and color relationships in a scene.
2. Seeing and Simplifying Value Patterns They’ll practice identifying the major value groups that hold a painting together, learning to squint, simplify, and design strong compositions based on light and dark.
3. Color Temperature in Light and Shadow Students will explore warm vs. cool relationships, learning why warm light creates cool shadows (and vice versa) and how to use temperature shifts to create glow.
4. Glazing and Layering for Glow You’ll introduce techniques for building luminosity through transparent layers, helping students create that inner radiance your landscapes are known for.
5. Learn to move past literal copying—using light, shadow, and color to express emotion, memory, and personal voice in their landscapes.

 

Michael Orwick is a master artist renowned for his inspiring live painting performances that captivate audiences around the world. With a unique blend of fine art expertise and theatrical presentation, Michael transforms the act of painting into an engaging, dynamic experience. His extensive background and passion for painting shine through each brushstroke, capturing not only the essence of his subjects but also the energy and emotion behind them. As a mentor, Michael brings this extraordinary combination of technical mastery and stage presence into the learning environment, offering artists the rare opportunity to elevate both their artistic skill and their creative expression. Michael's dedication to art education is evident in his personalized approach to mentoring small groups of artists. He cultivates a supportive and vibrant atmosphere where creativity can flourish and technical abilities can grow through hands-on guidance and meaningful feedback. Whether you are looking to refine your traditional painting techniques or expand your confidence in public art presentations, Michael offers tailored wisdom that equips artists to push boundaries and discover their own unique voice. His experience performing across prestigious venues and collaborating with brands offers invaluable insights into professional artistry, making mentorship with Michael Orwick a transformative journey for any serious artist ready to expand their horizons.