Nathaniel Skousen | Figurative painter

Nathaniel Skousen is a highly accomplished artist whose primary focus lies in the creation of oil paintings encompassing portraits, figurative works, landscapes, and still life artworks.

However, his true artistic passion is rooted in the study and application of classical skin tones, meticulously derived from extensive research conducted within renowned museums across the globe.

His dedication to understanding the techniques and colors employed by master artists such as Rembrandt, Bouguereau, Titian and numerous others has earned him numerous accolades from prestigious organizations dedicated to realism, including the Art Renewal Center, Oil Painters of America, the Portrait Society of America and the MEAM (Museo Europeo de Arte Moderno).

His insatiable thirst for knowledge, and thinking outside of the box, has led him to embark on a continuous journey, traveling the world to visit museums and immerse himself in the study of how the masters crafted their masterpieces.

With an unwavering commitment to understanding the masters use of color strategy and especially painting with light or dark paint and everything in between, he meticulously analyzes and deconstructs their artworks, seeking to unravel the intricacies that contribute to their enduring legacy.

Furthermore, he possesses an extensive knowledge of the Munsell Color system and its practical applications within the realm of painting.

Through his thought-provoking videos, online and in-person workshops, and personalized mentorship programs, he generously shares his insights, enabling aspiring artists to develop a deeper comprehension of color theory and its manifestation in practice.

His innovative approach to creating artist tools and aids aimed at simplifying the process of color perception and color mixing has proven invaluable to artists seeking to refine their craft.

Nathaniel Skousen lives in Leavenworth, Washington a small town in the foothills of the Cascades.

He lives surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers and rustic barns that continuously feed his artistic imagination.

Nathaniel is often found painting the beauty of his surroundings.

He enjoys hiking and fly fishing in high mountain destinations as well.

While fly-sishing is one of his favorite past times, his mind is continuously drawn to the pursuit of a perfect painting.

Nathaniel was trained in portraiture in college, and sought to learn anatomy from life.

He spent many hours drawing cadavers and studying anatomy and physiology.

It was while he was presenting some of his cadaver sketches to a class that he first saw his future wife.

Nathaniel found many useful teachers that guided him in understanding of many painting fundamentals.

It has been his relentless study of master artists’ painting videos, however, that has further inspired him to paint emotion, mystery and intrigue.

Nathaniel Skousen è un artista affermato il cui obiettivo principale risiede nella creazione di dipinti ad olio che comprendono ritratti, opere figurative, paesaggi ed opere d'arte della vita morta.

Tuttavia, la sua vera passione artistica è radicata nello studio e nell'applicazione dei toni della pelle classica, meticolosamente derivati da ricerche approfondite condotte all'interno di musei rinomati in tutto il mondo.

La sua dedizione alla comprensione delle tecniche e dei colori impiegati da maestri artisti come Rembrandt, Bouguereau, Titian, e numerosi altri gli è valsa numerosi riconoscimenti da prestigiose organizzazioni dedicate al realismo, tra cui l'Art Renewal Center, Oil Painters of America, la Portrait Society of America ed il MEAM (Museo Europeo de Arte Moderno).

La sua insaziabile sete di conoscenza, e pensando fuori dagli schemi, lo ha portato ad intraprendere un viaggio continuo, in viaggio per il mondo per visitare i musei ed immergersi nello studio di come i maestri hanno realizzato i loro capolavori.

Con un impegno incrollabile nel comprendere l'uso dei maestri della strategia del colore e soprattutto la pittura con vernice chiara o scura e tutto il resto, analizza e decostruisce meticolosamente le loro opere d'arte, cercando di svelare le complessità che contribuiscono alla loro eredità duratura.

Inoltre, possiede una vasta conoscenza del sistema di colore di Munsell e delle sue applicazioni pratiche nel regno della pittura.

Attraverso i suoi video stimolanti, i suoi workshop online e di persona ed i programmi di mentorship personalizzati, condivide generosamente le sue intuizioni, consentendo agli aspiranti artisti di sviluppare una comprensione più profonda della teoria del colore e della sua manifestazione nella pratica.

Il suo approccio innovativo alla creazione di strumenti ed aiuti per gli artisti volti a semplificare il processo di percezione del colore e di mescolanza di colori si è dimostrato prezioso per gli artisti che cercano di perfezionare il loro mestiere.