Please visit my Patreon page to find out more about specific Patreon Tiers and videos available. There are videos available on materials including oil paints & mediums, brush care, and how to make your own panels. There are also several demo videos, including time-lapse demo videos and full-length how-to videos of my entire painting process.
You may also choose to sign up for one-on-one critiques to get personal feedback on your work and tips on how you might improve towards your goals.
I will be posting new content and tutorials every month. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.
Student Testimonials
"Ryan S. Brown's mentorship has been an invaluable journey for me. I first met Ryan in Florence, Italy, and his guidance has been instrumental in my artistic development ever since. What sets Ryan apart is his meticulous and patient approach. He tailors his feedback to each individual student, which allowed me to progress at my own pace. His keen eye for detail is remarkable; he can pinpoint issues in a student's work with remarkable accuracy. Thanks to Ryan's mentorship, I've not only improved my technical skills but gained a deeper understanding of art. It's been an incredible experience learning from him." --Katie Liddiard
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"Every art student needs 1) someone who can be honest with them about their work and 2) someone who will encourage them as they stumble through the steep growth curves of learning. As an instructor, Ryan is both of these things.
One of my favorite things about Ryan’s critiques is his honestly—he will tell you his honest opinion about your work, positive or negative, then turn right around and cheer you on as you grapple to the finish. Ryan believes deeply in the potential of his students and their work—he always offers hope for the potential dividends of your diligent efforts.
Ryan is invested, attentive, honest and generous. He takes a very individualized approach, considering each student’s goals and personal characteristics as he tailors his instruction.
Ryan has been instrumental to my development as an artist. I attest to his skill as an instructor, and recommend him wholeheartedly."
--Stacy Minch
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"Ryan's mentoring style is characterized by his ability to identify opportunities for growth within each piece of work. He guides artists along, but steers clear of imposing his style or concepts. I have learned an immense number of technical skills without having to step out of the work I want to create. Through conversation and questions, his approach goes beyond technical guidance, creating a relationship where artists can explore and refine their own voices.
