How to Paint Glowing Citrus with Adam Clague

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4-Week Live Paint-Along Course – June 2025

Learn to capture the luminous glow and rich textures of citrus fruits in oil paint!
Join award-winning artist Adam Clague for four live, step-by-step paint-along demonstrations. Build your skills in color mixing, texture layering, temperature control, and naturalistic finish — all while painting two vibrant still life scenes.

Students consistently praise Adam’s teaching for being clear, organized, and full of "aha" moments. You'll not only create two beautiful paintings, but gain techniques you can apply to every subject you paint.

What’s Included:

  • 4 live paint-along sessions (3 hours each)
  • Full session recordings to rewatch anytime
  • Source photos and supply list provided
  • Optional homework for deeper practice
  • Supportive, insightful instruction throughout

Praise from Past Students:

"Adam explains complicated concepts clearly — one of the best classes I've ever taken."
"Priceless value — organized, thorough, and incredibly helpful critiques."

Discover how to make your paintings glow with life — register now!
(Spots are limited.)

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Live: June 4 - July 2

Endless Access to Recordings

4-Week Live Paint-Along Course – June 2025 Learn to capture the luminous glow and rich textures of citrus fruits in... Read more

  • 12 hours of live demonstrations
  • Endless access to recordings
  • Clear explanations that make complex techniques simple.
  • Organized lessons you can apply to any subject.
  • Insightful feedback that accelerates your growth.

🔴 Course Enrollment Limited to 60

$398.00

    Description

    4-Week Live Paint-Along Course – June 2025

    Learn to capture the luminous glow and rich textures of citrus fruits in oil paint!
    Join award-winning artist Adam Clague for four live, step-by-step paint-along demonstrations. Build your skills in color mixing, texture layering, temperature control, and naturalistic finish — all while painting two vibrant still life scenes.

    Students consistently praise Adam’s teaching for being clear, organized, and full of "aha" moments. You'll not only create two beautiful paintings, but gain techniques you can apply to every subject you paint.

    What’s Included:

    • 4 live paint-along sessions (3 hours each)
    • Full session recordings to rewatch anytime
    • Source photos and supply list provided
    • Optional homework for deeper practice
    • Supportive, insightful instruction throughout

    Praise from Past Students:

    "Adam explains complicated concepts clearly — one of the best classes I've ever taken."
    "Priceless value — organized, thorough, and incredibly helpful critiques."

    Discover how to make your paintings glow with life — register now!
    (Spots are limited.)

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    Live Demo Schedule for The Beauty of Citrus

    • <em>Capture the Glow: Starting Painting </em>

      05 Jun

      Capture the Glow: Starting Painting  2:00–5:00 PM CDT

      Paint along as Adam demonstrates how to capture the radiant beauty of a backlit Cara Cara orange. Learn to create the "red-hot" inner glow and balance it with a cool, contrasting background to enhance drama and vibrancy.

    • <em>Refine and Complete Painting 1</em>

      12 Jun

      Refine and Complete Painting 1 2:00–5:00 PM CDT

      Continue working on the first citrus still life. Adam will guide you through the finishing process — refining edges, adjusting color, deepening contrasts, and adding those subtle final touches that bring your painting to life.

    • <em>Build Texture: Starting Painting 2</em>

      19 Jun

      Build Texture: Starting Painting 2 2:00–5:00 PM CDT

      Begin a second citrus painting focused on the rich variety of textures found in peeled and segmented fruit. Adam will demonstrate how to layer paint to depict the pebbly rind, fluffy pith, and smooth, juicy flesh with natural realism.

    • <em>Refine and Complete Painting 2</em>

      26 Jun

      Refine and Complete Painting 2 2:00–5:00 PM CDT

      Complete the second still life with Adam’s guidance. You’ll learn how to unify the layers, refine surface textures, enhance highlights, and bring out the full tactile beauty of the citrus subject.

    Live Feedback and Coaching Schedule

    Icon for questionJune 4 · WELCOME PARTY · 4pm – 5pm CDT

    Adam will take you step by step through the course, ensuring that you are equipped to make the most out of our four weeks together.

    Icon for groupJune 11 · Join a feedback session.

    During the group feedback sessions, you'll have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback and support from me and your fellow classmates. These sessions will be conducted live on Zoom and are included in the cost of the course.

    Feedback Session Times

    • 9:30am - 11am CDT
    • 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
    • 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
    Icon for groupJune 18 · Join a feedback session.

    During the group feedback sessions, you'll have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback and support from me and your fellow classmates. These sessions will be conducted live on Zoom and are included in the cost of the course.

    Feedback Session Times

    • 9:30am - 11am CDT
    • 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
    • 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
    Icon for groupJune 25 · Final feedback sessions

    During the group feedback sessions, you'll have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback and support from me and your fellow classmates. These sessions will be conducted live on Zoom and are included in the cost of the course.

    Feedback Session Times

    • 9:30am - 11am CDT
    • 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
    • 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
    Icon for groupJuly 2 · Final feedback sessions

    During the group feedback sessions, you'll have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback and support from me and your fellow classmates. These sessions will be conducted live on Zoom and are included in the cost of the course.

    Feedback Session Times

    • 9:30am - 11am CDT
    • 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
    • 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

    Student Reviews from the last Citrus Course

    Over 3,000 Students...

    Adam Clague, distinguished artist and educator, offers courses that leave attendees not only skilled but also inspired. Adam has an impressive track record in the arts and countless success stories from his students. His calm, logical, and empathetic teaching approach guarantees a rewarding learning experience. Whether nurturing artistic growth or showcasing his mastery over the oil medium through demonstrations, Adam graciously shares his wealth of knowledge in a way that deeply resonates with his students.

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    Icon for verifiedYour Art Teacher: Adam Clague

    Adam Clague, distinguished artist and educator, offers courses that leave attendees not only skilled but also inspired. With an impressive track record in the arts and countless success stories from his students, it is clear that Adam's expertise is unmatched. His calm, logical, and empathetic teaching approach guarantees a rewarding learning experience. Whether nurturing artistic growth or showcasing his mastery over the oil medium through demonstrations, Adam graciously shares his wealth of knowledge in a way that deeply resonates with his students.

    Icon for notificationLive Demonstration Every Thursday

    The live demonstrations for this class will be on Thursday afternoons for these hours, depending on your time zone:

    Each demo is 3 hours long.

    • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM    EST
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM    CST
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    MST
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM    PST
    Icon for 24_hour_clockConstant Access

    Each demonstration is completely recorded so that you can watch over and over. You'll never lose access!

    Icon for groupLive Feedback Every Wednesday

    During the group feedback sessions, you'll have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback and support from Adam Clague and your fellow classmates. These sessions will be conducted live on Zoom and are included in the cost of the course.

    Feedback Session Times

    • 9:30am - 11am CDT
    • 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
    • 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
    Icon for image_placeholderHomework and Handouts
    • Weekly Homework Challenges to help you understand and remember the principles shared during the live demonstration.
    • Source photos to reference while painting
    • Most importantly: my process for creating a finished oil painting
    Icon for speech_bubblesWatch Every Stroke Live on Zoom

    Through presentations and demonstrations, Adam Clague will impart the vital principles for creating still life paintings and demonstrate his process from beginning to end. Participants will also understand the principles of composition, empowering them to create their dynamic still life arrangements. Many of the techniques covered in this course can be applied to a plethora of subjects.

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    If you have any questions about this course, please use the form below! We're looking forward to hearing from you.

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