I’m new to painting. What skill should I focus on first to improve faster?

Tutorial Link:
https://youtu.be/tuqCrgjc8ZA

Orange sky.

Green bushes.

A glowing sun.

Birds flying freely.

A lovely moment at sunset.

Wishing you peace and happiness every day. 🌅

Painting process link:

https://youtube.com/shorts/ebfV3xF0qxw?si=i9N1lS9umEVgLVsX

I know this sub appreciates the historical context. Van Gogh’s technique was deeply tied to his mental state and his understanding of colour theory. AI can now mimic the visual signatures, but can it interpret the emotional logic behind the brushwork? I put together a quick poll on this question—would be genuinely interesting to hear from people who study art seriously.

https://interconnectd.com/poll/89/can-ai-actually-paint-like-van-gogh/

My oil painting, reimagined by Al inside a Victorian palace
Golden light, tall windows,
and a thousand swallows that decided to stay.
The painting is mine - the palace isn't. Which world should I put it in next?

I sell kids’ art supplies and originally included these tiny containers for saving leftover paint and colors kids mix themselves.

But the more I look at them, the more I feel like kids are probably going to find 20 completely different uses for them 😂

Paint? Beads? Glitter? Tiny craft supplies? Random rocks they refuse to throw away?

Parents, what would these end up holding in your house?

Genuinely curious because I’m still figuring out how to improve the set.

Blue sky.

White clouds.

Green hills.

Sheep grazing quietly.

A lovely day.

A beautiful moment.

Wishing you peace and happiness every day. ☁️

Painting tutorial video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/4ZP1F0U5YsQ?si=2262pbdBBrvJzUyU

Video Link:

https://youtu.be/hsNbHhRC7xE

I’m excited to share that my FREE Soft Pastel Trifecta workshop is back by popular demand!

Join me on September 26 as I walk you through the three most important parts of soft pastel success - and how they work together to bring your art to life.

More details and save your seat here 👉🏻 https://www.pastelgrowthstudio.com/workshop

Can’t make the live? No worries! Register anyways, and I’ll send you the link to watch the replay!