SchaeferArt

SchaeferArt

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Hey folks, I'm Brandon. I'm an artist, YouTuber, vlogger, and art instructor. On this channel I explore tools and insights I’ve gathered on my journey as an artist to help us live more creative, productive, and curious lives. 💌 Sign up to my free weekly email newsletter: https://www.schaeferfineart.com/newsletter ✏️ Drawing Course: https://www.schaeferfineart.com/intuitive-drawing-course If that sounds interesting to you, go ahead & subscribe. See you on the next video :)

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1 Year of Paintings in 28 Minutes
YouTubeOct 25, 2026
From nothing to something - a dump truck
YouTubeOct 25, 2026
That’s when you make the best art
YouTubeOct 20, 2026
Your Art Matters More Than Your Numbers
YouTubeOct 16, 2026
My paintings are my life
YouTubeOct 14, 2026
Don’t sacrifice your art
YouTubeOct 12, 2026
Couldn’t feel my fingers anymore
YouTubeOct 12, 2026
Don’t wait for inspiration
YouTubeOct 9, 2026
Are You Actually Practicing or Just Painting?
YouTubeOct 9, 2026
This is where you’ll find growth
YouTubeOct 5, 2026
Make more art than you think you need to
YouTubeOct 2, 2026
Just make something today
YouTubeSep 28, 2026
The one thing I always return to
YouTubeSep 25, 2026
Your Watercolor Painting Failed. Now What?
YouTubeSep 24, 2026
Separate yourself from the result
YouTubeSep 23, 2026
What it feels like to reach new levels
YouTubeSep 23, 2026
Ask this after each painting
YouTubeSep 22, 2026
Why your watercolors bloom and cauliflower
YouTubeSep 21, 2026
Do this if your watercolors dry too light
YouTubeSep 21, 2026
Don’t say your art is bad
YouTubeSep 20, 2026
Am I too critical?
YouTubeSep 20, 2026
The importance of travel for artists
YouTubeSep 18, 2026
This helped me to be more consistent
YouTubeSep 17, 2026
The decisions you make, make your art
YouTubeSep 16, 2026
When everything lines up
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
If times get tough with your practice
YouTubeSep 14, 2026
Why Watercolor Feels So Unpredictable
YouTubeSep 14, 2026
Cropping can change the game
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
My best paintings I’ve ever done
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
Do 100 if you want to learn
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
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Capturing Volume: A Deep Dive into Pen and Ink Animal Studies
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Capturing Volume: A Deep Dive into Pen and Ink Animal Studies

Even when the subject is random, the principles of composition, value, and texture remain the core of great drawing. Join us as we explore the process of bringing life to a portrait using only pen and ink.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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Beyond the Basics: Using Color Theory to Give Your Art a Mood
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Beyond the Basics: Using Color Theory to Give Your Art a Mood

Color mixing is more than just blending pigments; it's a powerful tool for setting the mood and composition of your next landscape or still life painting.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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The Ultimate Fresh Fruit Haul: Batching Juices for Busy Weeknights
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The Ultimate Fresh Fruit Haul: Batching Juices for Busy Weeknights

When you get a haul of fresh fruit, don't just make a snack—batch it! We show you how to prep large quantities of flavorful juices and how that effort can earn you extra cash.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Chefs
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Getting the Proportions Right: Mastering the Sketch of a Plump Rabbit in Ink
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Getting the Proportions Right: Mastering the Sketch of a Plump Rabbit in Ink

Struggling with proportions is part of the fun. Join us as we revisit the joy and challenge of drawing a detailed creature using only glass pens and ink.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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Capturing the Gaze: Mastering the Pen and Ink Sketch of the Owl
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Capturing the Gaze: Mastering the Pen and Ink Sketch of the Owl

Join us in the sketchbook as we explore the power of line work and value, learning how to capture intricate natural forms with nothing but ink and a steady hand.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
3 min
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More Than Just a Line: Elevating Simple Sketches with Purpose and Pattern
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More Than Just a Line: Elevating Simple Sketches with Purpose and Pattern

Drawing is a physical conversation with the page. This week, we dive into how to move past simple observation and start adding symbolic depth and pattern to your sketches.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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The Rhythm of the Brush: Learning When to Create and When to Rest
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The Rhythm of the Brush: Learning When to Create and When to Rest

Your creative practice doesn't have to be a relentless sprint. Learn how to build sustainable artistic habits by understanding your natural creative cycles.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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When the Brush Stalls: Finding Your Natural Creative Rhythm
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When the Brush Stalls: Finding Your Natural Creative Rhythm

Feeling stuck in your creative process? This isn't a lack of discipline; it's about recalibrating your artistic rhythm.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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The Procreate Blueprint: How Mastery of Skill Becomes Sovereign Content
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The Procreate Blueprint: How Mastery of Skill Becomes Sovereign Content

We analyzed the technical breakdown of digital art creation, revealing the core production methodology that fuels the Mighty Tuber Kit and the creator-share economy.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Tubers
3 min
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Capturing the Glow: Watercolor Techniques for Grand Architectural Scenes
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Capturing the Glow: Watercolor Techniques for Grand Architectural Scenes

Learn how to approach complex subjects like the Arc de Triomphe, focusing on washes, composition, and managing challenging, low-light conditions in watercolor.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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Seeing the Skeleton: Simplifying Portrait Planes in Pen and Ink
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Seeing the Skeleton: Simplifying Portrait Planes in Pen and Ink

Drawing a portrait doesn't have to feel overwhelming. This lesson breaks down how to simplify complex faces by focusing on underlying planes and geometric shapes using only pen and ink.

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SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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Taming Proportions: Mastering the Rhino Portrait in Pen & Ink
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Taming Proportions: Mastering the Rhino Portrait in Pen & Ink

Drawing a detailed animal portrait requires more than just observation; it demands a rigorous understanding of proportion and measurement. Join us as we dive into the fundamentals of using comparative techniques.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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The Art of the Suggestion: Finding Your Subject in Pencil and Ink
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The Art of the Suggestion: Finding Your Subject in Pencil and Ink

Sometimes the hardest part of a sketch isn't the technique—it's deciding what to draw in the first place. Join us as we explore the joy of subject selection, from portraiture to a simple domestic still life.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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The Geometry of Grace: Mastering Proportion in Pen & Ink
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The Geometry of Grace: Mastering Proportion in Pen & Ink

Whether you're sketching a wild bird or a still life, the foundation of great art is understanding proportion. Join us as we dive into the fundamentals of drawing with pen and ink.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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The Art of Less: Finding Depth When You Stop Overthinking Your Sketchbook
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The Art of Less: Finding Depth When You Stop Overthinking Your Sketchbook

If the blank page feels overwhelming, remember that mastering technique isn't about adding more effort—it's about deepening your presence in the process.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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Finding Your Own Hand: How to Stop Copying and Start Creating
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Finding Your Own Hand: How to Stop Copying and Start Creating

If your sketchbook feels derivative, this post offers a gentle guide to silencing outside influences and letting your unique artistic voice emerge.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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Mastering the Doorway: Composition and Perspective in Watercolor
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Mastering the Doorway: Composition and Perspective in Watercolor

Learning to paint architecture requires more than just a pretty reference; it demands an understanding of perspective and how to make symmetry feel natural.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
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Playing with Light and Shadow: A Watercolor Guide to Dramatic Composition
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Playing with Light and Shadow: A Watercolor Guide to Dramatic Composition

Dive into the magic of watercolor by mastering the contrast between light and dark areas, transforming a simple castle sketch into a vibrant study of value.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
3 min
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Finding Emotion in the Palette: Deconstructing Monet's Late Waterlilies
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Finding Emotion in the Palette: Deconstructing Monet's Late Waterlilies

Join us as we dive into the vibrant, atmospheric world of Claude Monet, exploring how masterful use of color harmony and value can make a landscape feel deeply emotional.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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From Graphite Sketch to Permanent Ink: Mastering the Proportion of Life
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From Graphite Sketch to Permanent Ink: Mastering the Proportion of Life

Dive into the careful process of drawing a detailed animal portrait, learning how to use composition and proportion when moving from a pencil sketch to bold pen and ink.

SchaeferArt
SchaeferArt
Rogue Artists
4 min
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