3 COLOR ZONES IN THE FACE - Ben Lustenhouwer

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  • čas přidán 17. 03. 2020
  • How to paint a face: a very basic example of using three fundamental colors in a face. A simple approach to understand some colors in a face using oil paint. By Ben Lustenhouwer.
    Hundreds of tips and tricks on portrait painting: paintingportraittips.com
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    My Instagram: / benlustenhouwerportraits
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  • @celia3601
    @celia3601 Před 3 lety +2046

    I cannot believe I just watched this whole video for free... it was so amazing

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety +285

      After summer more to come.

    • @jikookpie7297
      @jikookpie7297 Před 3 lety +53

      ikr, that's why i finish all the ads on his vids instead.

    • @MindsetMasters00
      @MindsetMasters00 Před 3 lety

      Ū4řřklllm o

    • @sunilperera9945
      @sunilperera9945 Před 3 lety

      @Maria Teodora Costiuc 1qqqq1

    • @antoniocc6853
      @antoniocc6853 Před 3 lety

      the face construction follows the parameters of the lace line in drawing, a logical procedure well done

  • @nta3741
    @nta3741 Před 4 lety +3623

    My eyes : yes, I got it ! My hand : No, you don't.

    • @redbrushart
      @redbrushart Před 4 lety +7

      You are the best, hello I am painting on CZcams with red brush art. Please come and watch a lot and subscribe. ^^ 😄😄😄

    • @tinkerno11
      @tinkerno11 Před 4 lety +10

      Sorry, I don’t understand your comment?

    • @peposlava
      @peposlava Před 4 lety +115

      @@tinkerno11 You think it is easy when you are watching it but then you realise it is not when you actually try to paint it. Better?

    • @tinkerno11
      @tinkerno11 Před 4 lety +39

      P S oh yes, I watch a lot of these and think how easy these professionals with years of training make it look. On and off I’ve been working on the famous painting “Girl with a Pearl Earring” for 3 years, but when I try and use the information like I’ve looked at today, it most certainly will not go the same. I
      will not give up on this though because I’ve already put too much into it! She may not look quite the same at the girl but it will be my version!

    • @ft1851
      @ft1851 Před 4 lety +20

      My mind this is easy you can do it...reality not even close

  • @elizabethgershoff5377
    @elizabethgershoff5377 Před 3 lety +144

    this video changed my life I just painted the best portrait I've ever made

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety +40

      Thank you Elizabeth. Nice to hear. For people like you my commitment to make videos.

  • @ellesdii
    @ellesdii Před 3 lety +557

    My art teacher sent this to me and I swear it was the most detailed and helpful video I’ve ever seen. That’s some amazing work... as someone else said, I really can’t believe this was free!

  • @xgigas333x
    @xgigas333x Před 3 lety +2612

    Ben: "highlights are cool"
    Me: "damn right they are"
    Ben: "this is a cool highlight, crimson and white"
    Me: "hell yeah it is!"
    Ben: "lights are cool, shadows are warm..."
    Me: "oh, that's what he meant..."

  • @jeffhreid
    @jeffhreid Před 4 lety +829

    This video needs a love button. Like isn’t up to the task.

  • @kc1135
    @kc1135 Před 3 lety +93

    “Maybe that’s too much(red),he’s not an alcoholic” 😭🤣🤣

  • @niralnadisara1346
    @niralnadisara1346 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Really sweet of you to post such a detailed video online for free!
    Thanks a ton!❤

  • @b.peterson6541
    @b.peterson6541 Před 4 lety +427

    "When you start making it simpler, it's easier to paint. Don't see it too complicated. Usually people see far too many colors." Oh, this is so true!!! Thank you for putting into words why I struggle.

  • @wtv12345678
    @wtv12345678 Před 3 lety +472

    This was so helpful, detailed and extremely well taught! I've watched other oil painting videos about this topic but I always felt like it was way too much information but this really makes it simple and easy to understand. Thank you so much!!!!

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety +56

      Thank you, I am glad you liked it.

    • @koilaf
      @koilaf Před 3 lety +6

      @@lustenhouwer Thankyou - so appreciated, you are a wonderful teacher

    • @princeyem2684
      @princeyem2684 Před 2 lety +2

      Your work is amazing detailed and extremely well taught! I've watched your video plenty of times

    • @yodigodoy2518
      @yodigodoy2518 Před 2 lety +1

      @@princeyem2684 igualmente // Él es como un buen libro .Cada vez que entras aprendes más.

  • @roondogroondoggie1528
    @roondogroondoggie1528 Před rokem +21

    I was impressed on how you never saw the artist's hand. He holds the brush at the very end. That gives his work a very loose and natural look. Amazing!

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před rokem +14

      The painting movement comes from the shoulder. Not from the wrist.

  • @virginiaperle4174
    @virginiaperle4174 Před 8 měsíci +14

    Thanks!❤ Years ago I studied oil portraits with a very fine artist, Bill Kalwick. He moved away and it was over. Today I found your video and I feel I’ve found him again. I do love your video and teaching and I will watch all of them. I am inspired again. Thank you so much, Virginia Perle. !!!

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 8 měsíci +3

      Thank you so much Virginia. So nice!

  • @ShelliMansfeld
    @ShelliMansfeld Před 4 lety +107

    I must add I have never seen a tutorial where an artist is so much at ease with his brush and that really knows exactly what every stroke will do ...... I am so impressed and learned so much.

  • @tomislavdjokic3526
    @tomislavdjokic3526 Před 4 lety +185

    Hello Mr. Lustenhouwer! This is the simplest and most ingenious tutorial I've seen. Thank you, sir.

  • @markbrock1228
    @markbrock1228 Před 3 lety +23

    Perfection. 29 years in art, and somebody finally explains it in a simplified manner. I took notes like Dylan.

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Mark

    • @markbrock1228
      @markbrock1228 Před 3 lety +2

      @@lustenhouwer, no. Please. Thank you. Where are you from originally, Mr. Lustenhouwer? If you don't mind my asking.

  • @heidikarpa2278
    @heidikarpa2278 Před 2 lety +130

    I’ve always wanted to paint portraits and have been so intimidated. Your video showed me so simply and clearly how to begin, I started painting alongside you and am so excited. I’m now comfortable to start and keep learning. Thank you so much!

  • @Clamski
    @Clamski Před 4 lety +361

    On the nose painting at 14:40 "Maybe that is too much, he's not a alcoholic" LMAO! Anyway, a great watch and thank you so much for this! Just started painting again and this was extremely helpful!

    • @backlightsnew
      @backlightsnew Před 4 lety +7

      I was just about to post the same thing re the "alcoholic" comment.

    • @natd7893
      @natd7893 Před 4 lety +3

      Came to say this 😂😂😂😂

    • @Xitaychin
      @Xitaychin Před 3 lety

      Hahaha yes yes, i like his humour :D

    • @gambylou9959
      @gambylou9959 Před 3 lety +1

      Omg, I never understood why I intuitively knew beyond logic someone had a drinking problem.

    • @glenfagan4424
      @glenfagan4424 Před 3 lety +1

      I will be watching this several times. So much information. A great education for FREE.
      Thank you Ben. You are so generous with your experience.

  • @PatMcDonald41
    @PatMcDonald41 Před 4 lety +50

    Sometimes (very rarely) you come across pure gold dust instruction. This is one such. This is simply brilliant!

  • @linesformspaces332
    @linesformspaces332 Před 2 lety +16

    This is such a wonderful tutorial. Thank you for sharing your incredible skills , I have learnt so much in just half an hour!

  • @hanhvuong8898
    @hanhvuong8898 Před 5 měsíci +1

    What a beautiful color

  • @conihog262
    @conihog262 Před 4 lety +32

    I just love this and your not wanting to make him cry sure made me laugh you are a sweet heart, thank you for this

  • @mike7gerald
    @mike7gerald Před 4 lety +10

    I'm glad to learn those 3 color zones; this was a nice show.

  • @beneditoart
    @beneditoart Před 2 lety +7

    Awesome tutorial! I followed along step by step with the colors i had here, some were a bit diferent but it did the job, learned alot, favorite new painting teacher on youtube now, thank you!

  • @marypartridge5154
    @marypartridge5154 Před 2 lety +1

    Best teacher ever, thanx so much

  • @abinezer81
    @abinezer81 Před 4 lety +15

    Ben thank you so much for being kind to share this free lesson. This is really great. Love it

  • @nordion84
    @nordion84 Před 4 lety +11

    Thank you, I have the confidence to try painting a portrait now

  • @maylane8668
    @maylane8668 Před 2 lety

    Thank you, Ben! I learned so much!

  • @denasewell
    @denasewell Před 9 dny

    Thanks Ben! You are such a phenomenal artist I cannot tell you how much I have learned and grown watching your videos!

  • @MichaelMoesslang
    @MichaelMoesslang Před 4 lety +10

    This one of the best portrait demonstrations with perfect explanations I have seen. Thank you!

  • @mogalcat3091
    @mogalcat3091 Před 4 lety +19

    I've watched so many of these kinds of videos, but this was one of my favourites. I love that you can see the palette and the painting at the same time, and your explanations are nice and simple. Thank you.

  • @claudiachicas1426
    @claudiachicas1426 Před rokem +1

    I love your technique! You are amazing!

  • @justinejamesalegre6181
    @justinejamesalegre6181 Před 3 lety +1

    This is a very nice and simple lesson. Thanks!

  • @drawingclasswithkalyan394
    @drawingclasswithkalyan394 Před 4 lety +50

    Wounderful tutorial,so helpful for beginners and artlovers, thank you sir

  • @genevievecolumbo2346
    @genevievecolumbo2346 Před 4 lety +15

    It’s fascinating that you
    can do this from memory.

  • @saudimaster11
    @saudimaster11 Před 2 lety

    This is fantastic art and this man is a real artist

  • @philmendez4771
    @philmendez4771 Před 2 lety

    Ben, You are fantastic!

  • @jancarnall2434
    @jancarnall2434 Před 4 lety +16

    Fastenating! You have a voice that's calming to listen to, you simplified so even I can do that. So glad the man is not an alcoholic.

  • @schatzieme2
    @schatzieme2 Před 4 lety +62

    This was a great lesson in portrait painting, love the technic of the three planes of color. I especially enjoyed watching you paint and explain while you are painting. Thanks for sharing your expertise. God bless you for your generosity.

  • @Mulberry2000
    @Mulberry2000 Před 3 lety

    Oh thanks for this, what a lovely lesson and great painting.

  • @g_arts127
    @g_arts127 Před 3 lety +51

    I've watched every second of this video and i learnt so many things I've never heard of, also im so impressed of the professionalism you've shown. In one word thank you for making this tutorial, it was super helpful.

  • @user-mi6uk6br8s
    @user-mi6uk6br8s Před 4 lety +56

    not only this was very educational and useful, but also watching it was weirdly soothing and calming
    i had very anxious day and this helped me to relax
    thank you for this video!

  • @marybethandrews6493
    @marybethandrews6493 Před 4 lety +5

    So fabulous in breaking it down into bite size pieces! I love how you talk about facial anatomy in layman’s terms. Great palette. Great advice about falling into pitfalls like using black straight up. Love hearing about light/shadow and soft connections. My students will love this. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👌

  • @janmalin6253
    @janmalin6253 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your great knowledge and skill!

  • @livebravely1980
    @livebravely1980 Před 8 měsíci

    What a great painter and teacher.

  • @LC-tv3lj
    @LC-tv3lj Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you , this was an amazing tutorial, breathtaking, I have learnt so much in such a short time.

  • @EbbtideCheque
    @EbbtideCheque Před 4 lety +4

    Thank you so much! This is freaking awesome. I've been trying to find a video like this that was simple enough for me to actually understand and follow. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @arlenekerr1198
    @arlenekerr1198 Před měsícem +1

    A million thank yous Ben!

  • @sujiny
    @sujiny Před 3 lety

    I always come back to this video to remind myself of the basics before I start painting. This is so amazing!

  • @wanderbyy
    @wanderbyy Před 4 lety +16

    Lovely! I haven't tried painting portraiture in over 15 years.....This makes me want to do so again. Very enjoyable video! I will definitely be subscribing and watching more of them.

  • @theeuropeangamer4234
    @theeuropeangamer4234 Před 4 lety +6

    Absolutely brilliant I learned so much and just what I needed to help advance my painting. Thanks you. You have a great teaching style

  • @nikkiswenson54
    @nikkiswenson54 Před 3 lety +1

    You are one of the great teachers because you explain connections and softening between tones so very understandable! Thank you very much!

  • @pheobeisa
    @pheobeisa Před rokem +1

    Amazing how helpful this video is. I’m so grateful!

  • @Smartie29
    @Smartie29 Před 4 lety +9

    Without doubt the best portrait painting tutorial I've ever watched. Thank you!

  • @dkern-kb6sy
    @dkern-kb6sy Před 4 lety +4

    the love you have for what you're doing puts me in a trance everytime I watch.
    thanks ....

  • @anggretaputri2244
    @anggretaputri2244 Před rokem

    thank you. you are so generous & kind hearted.

  • @neuzamacedo8584
    @neuzamacedo8584 Před 2 lety

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Sir you did a amazing show! Congrats! Go’s bless your life with talent like this! Congrats 🙏🏼💐

  • @Gigglepud
    @Gigglepud Před 4 lety +11

    My medium isn't even oil paints, but this video alone is worth subscribing. Thank you for conceptualising something I've struggled with for a long long time! Words cannot describe how helpful your video is. Thank you for sharing!

  • @jamespatrick1548
    @jamespatrick1548 Před 4 lety +4

    The Great ones always make it look so easy. Beautiful work and style of painting. : )

  • @joeyc666
    @joeyc666 Před 2 lety +4

    Your teaching ability and the love you have for your art makes me feel so happy :) thank you for sharing

  • @sagerwilliam4248
    @sagerwilliam4248 Před rokem

    Thank you Ben for teaching this lesson. A bundle of thanks........

  • @nsuarez
    @nsuarez Před 4 lety +3

    Great video. Never saw this covered by any other artists before in depth. I'm going to use what I learned on my next portrait painting. Thank you :)

  • @kathleenobrien7585
    @kathleenobrien7585 Před 4 lety +4

    You are an amazing instructor! I actually understand how to sculpt the face with colors. I cannot wait to try this. Thank you so very much for your clear, precise instructions!

  • @donaldhammond516
    @donaldhammond516 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for a wonderful demonstration!

  • @TheFatcat502
    @TheFatcat502 Před 3 lety +1

    Ben -- an amazing and incredibly useful tutorial -- thank you

  • @keen6808
    @keen6808 Před 4 lety +9

    I envy your students Maestro. Thank you for your lesson. Probably one of the best video-tutorial.

  • @jillrobbins4488
    @jillrobbins4488 Před 4 lety +6

    I just wanted to add that your narration was so explicit that I was able to understand each step and add what I need to my arsenal of portrait techniques. Thank you SO much for your wonderful generosity in making this video!!

  • @PrettyPerfect-dw3db
    @PrettyPerfect-dw3db Před rokem +14

    The level of detailed you add in picture shows , in what level of dedication you imagine and notice small and a bit of detailed nature . You definitely learn a beautiful skill of portraying what you imagine in life .
    Here's my respect ❤

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před rokem +2

      A good painting is always about imagination. Thank you

  • @tamasmoricz7707
    @tamasmoricz7707 Před 8 měsíci +2

    This was so fantastic to watch and hear... super helpful !! Thank you for the clear explanation as well as the fantastic demonstration !!

  • @randelmalavida
    @randelmalavida Před 4 lety +7

    Thank You for sharing these essential foundations in constructing a face. You articulated and demonstrated your basic example masterfully. Not until now have I been able to make sense or understand how to even begin . With drawing it's no problem, however with painting, it has at times just been so frustrating even feeling as though it has wrecked my world. I believe I maybe more disciplined and mature now than I was. Very much appreciate you and your work and the tools to build on. Your Awesome!!!
    Very appreciative, with much respect

  • @Twinzma
    @Twinzma Před 4 lety +3

    Finally! Something that I can follow, and then experiment with! Thank you, it’s simple to begin, and you explain without extra talk. Subscribing for sure 👍🏻

  • @jaccusefashion
    @jaccusefashion Před 2 lety

    Brilliant video, a massive amount of helpful information, the split screen with the work and the palette is really great

  • @silvahovhannesian4762

    Great lessons to learn! Thank you!

  • @youngking7292
    @youngking7292 Před 4 lety +200

    “not too much as I said, you don't want him to cry"
    Sorry, I LAUGH

    • @redbrushart
      @redbrushart Před 4 lety +1

      You are the best, hello I am painting on CZcams with red brush art. Please come and watch a lot and subscribe. ^^ 😄😄😄

  • @sallyredmond4452
    @sallyredmond4452 Před 4 lety +5

    Wonderful to see a new tutorial in such hard times... thank you for warming our hearts and nourishing our Souls. All the warmest wishes from New Zealand 🌹❣️

  • @inthestudio11
    @inthestudio11 Před rokem +27

    I learned so so so much from this video! You are a wonderful teacher. Many artists have a hard time explaining as so much is just reflex for them. You however, break it down perfectly. I’m sharing these videos with all my artist friends. I painted with you and I’m very happy with my painting. I think I’ll do it another 10x to cement it in my brain.

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před rokem +1

      Yes Alison. Keep paining. Its never ending

  • @wilsonoswaldoguevaradiaz6119

    thankyou very much for the master class.

  • @janicesutton8301
    @janicesutton8301 Před 4 lety +9

    I absolutely loved watching this, great explanations and teachings, thank you so much!

  • @mihailspil-haufter
    @mihailspil-haufter Před 4 lety +3

    Very nice and meaningful video! The painting is really good too. Thank you for sharing this!

  • @69anosatrase3minutosatrase9

    That's incredible, I can't thank you enough for this very precious content!

  • @Rosie-fn2zl
    @Rosie-fn2zl Před 9 měsíci +1

    I loved watching you execute your talent and I picked up lots of fantastic advice, thank you!

  • @georgedwyer9283
    @georgedwyer9283 Před 4 lety +4

    Thank You very much Mr. Lustenhouwer. This was invaluable in helping me improve my portrait skills.

  • @JNeedels
    @JNeedels Před 4 lety +3

    As a beginner, this was invaluable. With imitation of your style, my painting has improved dramatically. Thank you.

  • @anthonycalver
    @anthonycalver Před 3 lety +1

    This video is fantastic. Just what I need to help me progress in my painting. Thank you so much, your time and effort is very much appreciated 👍

  • @VladAksis
    @VladAksis Před 2 lety

    Большое спасибо за такое прекрасное видео!

  • @iqbalpreetpadam7521
    @iqbalpreetpadam7521 Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks sir for this lesson

  • @francescozambuto1713
    @francescozambuto1713 Před 4 lety +10

    Wonderful Maestro. When I was a child, I would watch my father and others at work, doing all kinds of tasks. I would always bother them with my inquisitive questioning; what are you doing, how does it work, and on and on. I would always get the same answer, watch and learn. The same is true here, by watching and listening to you I have learned, thank you, Maestro.

  • @janeengibson2302
    @janeengibson2302 Před 3 lety

    Wonderful example & explanation! Thank you so much for sharing!😊

  • @VIVA4EVER2001
    @VIVA4EVER2001 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing your amazing knowledge and skills, wonderfull

  • @kirstencohat6761
    @kirstencohat6761 Před 3 lety +4

    This by far has to be the simplest tutorial on portraits I've ever seen. I learned so much from it thank you!❤️

  • @davechateau1
    @davechateau1 Před 4 lety +14

    Absolutely loved this! You make it look so easy but very encouraging for everyone to have a go. Going to check out your other videos now ☺️

  • @AwesomeCakeDesigner
    @AwesomeCakeDesigner Před 3 lety +1

    Wow! Loved this. So well explained and demonstrated. Thank you so much.

  • @danyella1579
    @danyella1579 Před 3 lety +1

    You are amazing! When you softened the black eyes with you fingers i was in awe 😍 thank you soooo soo much for you posting this

  • @sfsfewaerq
    @sfsfewaerq Před 3 lety +5

    Hi, Ben! Love this video. We need more traditional painting tutorials online. Thank you so much. Keep doing your great work

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Guilherme. After summer I will continue my video project.

  • @sydbarrett7511
    @sydbarrett7511 Před 4 lety +16

    i'm so happy i discovered your channel, keep up the great work sir : )

  • @davefk
    @davefk Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you so much for simplifying what has seemed like a complex subject for a beginner painter such as I. I would love to see maybe a second part where you complete the portrait, adding more detail, and blending the skin. Subscribed.

    • @lustenhouwer
      @lustenhouwer  Před 3 lety

      In my other videos I show how to continue.

  • @r.rebeccacarter5653
    @r.rebeccacarter5653 Před 3 lety +1

    i'm so inspired by your style.

  • @macaroon147
    @macaroon147 Před 4 lety +9

    I cannot thank you enough for this info. This is the crucial knowledge that I have been looking for but haven't known how to put into words. Thank you.

  • @daronina
    @daronina Před 4 lety +5

    This is the most excellent portrait video I've seen in my entire life !!!

  • @stephanieeargle3865
    @stephanieeargle3865 Před rokem

    Fantastic demonstration. Thank you so much!

  • @quynhanhang898
    @quynhanhang898 Před 2 lety

    You're amazing. Respect!