My Zoom Setup
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My Zoom Setup
In this COVID age everyone has been Zooming - you know, using the Zoom platform to conduct live meetings, conferences, and yes, even art workshops. Maybe you’ve taken a workshop or course on the platform, or maybe you’re thinking about teaching a workshop on the platform for your students. It’s easy to get started and I hope this video gives you the information you need to move forward.
The first thing you should do is download the Zoom app to your computer, preferably a laptop if you have one. The Zoom platform is easy to understand and navigate - maybe in the next video I’ll walk you through some of the functions of it.
Here is what I use for my setup: (I have provided some affiliate links to the products on Amazon)
Apple Macbook Pro laptop
Logitech C920X Pro HD Webcam: https://amzn.to/3qz9l2n
USB Extension Cable: Besgoods 2-pack, 10 ft. length: https://amzn.to/3ipET8e
USB Docking Station: Sabrent 4-Port Hub: https://amzn.to/2Kuf6zb
I have two cameras, both the same. I use one on a tripod to record my activities on my “painting wall.” The other is secured to a boom I use over my painting table, which records activity on the palette. Each camera is connected to a 10 foot long USB extension cable, which then connects to a USB Hub Docking Station, which plugs into my laptop. If you are only using one camera, and the camera is near your laptop, then you don’t need a docking station, just plug the camera into the laptop. Or if you’re using the camera on the laptop, you don’t need anything else!
I also use 4 light boxes to help fully light my painting all and painting table. Again, just keep it simple so you can easily get started. Remember, starting is the most important thing. Getting your teaching out there for others is important. DOn’t get bogged down by the technology. It’s really simple and easy to use.
If you'd like to learn about abstract painting and making your own authentic work, then please join me for a painting workshop: (You can view a list of workshops HERE)
February 10, 2021 Interactive (Zoom) Mini-Workshop: Bigger, faster, Fresher, Looser Abstract Painting, 6 hours. Click Here for Registration and Information
February 11-12, 2021 Interactive (Zoom) Mini-Workshop: Bigger, faster, Fresher, Looser Abstract Painting, 12 hours. Click Here for Registration and Information
March 3, 2021 Interactive (Zoom) Mini-Workshop: All About Color, 6 hrs. Click Here for Registration and Information.
March 4, 2021 Interactive (Zoom) Mini-Workshop: Painting with David, 3 hrs. Click Here for Registration and Information.
March 31, 2021 Interactive (Zoom) Mini-Workshop: Abstracting the Landscape, 6 hrs. Click Here for Registration and Information.
April 21-23, 2021 David M. Kessler Fine Art Studio, Winston-Salem, NC. This is a Studio Workshop in Abstract Painting. Click Here for Information and Registration.
As always, thanks for your support!
David
NEW! Interactive (Zoom) Mini Workshops
I have just added 6 new Interactive Mini Workshops (on the Zoom platform) to my website. Most are 3 to 6 hours long and are a great opportunity for learning a lot in a short amount of time. You’ll be online and onscreen with me as I instruct, demonstrate, paint, and critique your work.
Simple Color System Colorwheel
If you have seen my videos on YouTube or taken one of my workshops, you have seen me use my Simple Color System Colorwheel. My Simple Color System is easy to use and assures that the color in your paintings will be harmonious. Proudly made in North Carolina.
You can purchase the Colorwheel HERE.
ALL ABOUT COLOR is a great online course that will show you a straightforward, no nonsense, clear and easily understandable approach to using harmonious color in your paintings.
Abstract Painting Academy is an online workshop experience specifically designed to teach you how to paint Abstract Paintings (like only you can!), Loosen Up your painting style, and use Design Fundamentals to give your paintings Dynamic Visual Impact. You get David’s personal attention and feedback on all of your work during the course.
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The Painting Insider (formerly Abstract Painting Insider) now has a new format and is not abstract painting specific. Weekly lessons provide an abundance of information to painters at any level. I have poured information about everything I have learned about painting over the last 30 years into one course!
