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Damsons — step-by-step class recording

Painted from life in the alla prima manner

Dear Subscribers,

Here is the recording of the live painting class held on 6th September 2025. It includes around two hours of live commentary.

Below are a few screenshots showing key stages of the block-in process during the class.

By the way, I often get asked where recordings of previous classes can be found. If you’re a subscriber, they’re all available at the link below which will take you to my Substack page.

All recordings and articles


I’m taking part in the Strada Challenge this September—painting from life every day. It’s a great way to sharpen and consolidate painting skills, and I always recommend it.

Here are the paintings I’ve completed so far.

Apples. 8x8 inches. £175 ($255)
Revision. Oil on panel. 10x8 inches. £200 ($300)
Rose and fall. Oil on panel. Oil on panel. 16x8 inches. £200 ($300)
Old oak. Oil on panel. 16x12 inches. £350 ($500)
Damsons. 8x10 inches. Oil on panel. £200 ($300)
Sunflowers. Oil on panel. 12x10 inches. £250 ($365)
White cottage. Oil on panel. 12x9 inches. £200 ($300)
Whites. Oil on panel. 8x10 inches. £200 ($300)

I’m offering a special discount on my Strada Challenge paintings: 20% off for annual subscribers, or 2% off for every month you’ve been a monthly subscriber. The prediscounted prices are listed in the captions.

Most paintings will be priced around £200 ($300 USD), but if you’re not already an annual subscriber, this is a great time to join—you’ll be able to pick one up for £160 ($235 USD) plus shipping.

If you’re interested, just get in touch. And don’t forget to follow my progress on Instagram @alexkellyartuk. If you’re also taking part in the challenge, let me know—I’d love to see your work.


The next live class will be on Saturday 4th October, starting at 4pm UK time.

The link is at the very end of this email for paying subscribers.

I hope you find the recording interesting and look forward to seeing you in a future class!

Happy painting,

Alex


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