Reference Library

Choose a reference photo to practice specific skills. From foundational forms to advanced portraiture and stylistic studies.

Art Foundations

Master the basics of light, form, and simple gradients.

Beginner

A classic exercise in light and form showing a sphere on a flat surface.

Beginner

Practice smooth color transitions in a simple sunset sky.

Beginner

Learn to control lost and found edges with simple geometric shapes.

Developing techniques for complex textures like water and clouds.

Intermediate

Focus on volume and softening edges in bright daylit clouds.

Intermediate

Master the physics of reflections and horizontal water planes.

Intermediate

Practice linear and atmospheric perspective with layers of trees.

Exploring the figure, portraits, and complex compositions.

Advanced

A study of skin tones and facial proportions.

Advanced

Focus on anatomy and the flow of the human form.

Advanced

A multi-object study focusing on overlapping forms and varied textures.

Experimenting with Impressionism, Surrealism, and Hyperrealism.

Intermediate

Focus on broken color and visible brushwork over tight detail.

Advanced

Practice merging realistic elements into impossible configurations.

Advanced

Extreme focus on minute details and texture rendering.