Scott teaches how he develops a large painting from a field reference. He demonstrates color mixing, blocking in the larger forms, and final detail work. A gallery at the end of the DVD features more of his paintings.

Running Time: Approx. 3 hours

Inspired by the chaotic scenes in nature, Scott L. Christensen’s “Exploring Composition” video addresses the complexities involved with composing. Facing complications of the scene at hand, and ways of working with intention through these challenges, are significant components of the artist’s success. A variety of works-in-progress are utilized to demonstrate how ideas develop and evolve over periods of deliberate study. Observe Christensen’s pursuit of the process as he touches on a few of the many methods that he utilizes and believes are important in the journey associated with composition and painting.

Released: 2017
Running Time: 59 minutes, 12 seconds

When painting outdoors, it is easy to get overwhelmed with the amount of information available. Deciding where to start, what the focal point is, what to leave out, and what to keep, are all a series of small inspired decisions. This video walks you through the “why” behind these decisions while keeping the whole in mind, always working toward that ever-important last 10 percent.

Released: 2014
Running Time: 2 hours, 3 minutes

In the spring thaw of 2010, artist/producer Tony Pro and a small film crew visited the studio of artist Scott L. Christensen with the intention of capturing the very essence of the man behind the easel; his methods, thoughts and ideas were the subject of this instructional documentary. Pro has captured Christensen like never before, in his solitary element, for all the work to see. Includes over 2 hours of painting instruction and a 23 miniature featurette, “In Conversation: Scott L. Christensen with Tony Pro”.

Released: 2010
Running Time: 2 hours 18 minutes

In the first demonstration, Scott teaches you hot to combine field studies to create a studio painting. In the following two demonstrations, he shows you how to approach situations you encounter when painting en plein air.

Rrunning Time: 3 hours

One of the many things that Scott L. Christensen is known for is a close value structure. To achieve this, it is important to establish an overall key early on that will be carried throughout the painting. Through this video he will walk you through not only blocking in the painting, but also reworking the entire piece to re-establish his key as per the need of the painting. Only then will he be able to work toward finish.

Bonus feature: Understanding Color and Value

Released: 2014
Running Time: 2 hours, 26 minutes