3310 Biloxi Beach
Jerry Yarnell – Inspiration of Painting PBS Television Series

A quiet coastal harbor scene captures the charm of Biloxi Beach, with fishing boats resting in calm water, sandy shoreline grasses in the foreground, and rustic docks and buildings stretching along the horizon. In this intermediate oil painting lesson using water mixable oils, Jerry guides you step-by-step through creating this detailed seaside setting in a 183 minute session on an 18x24 canvas, focusing on atmosphere, reflection, and coastal texture.

You’ll learn how to construct and paint boats with proper proportions and perspective, including hull shapes, masts, and reflections in the water. Jerry demonstrates how to block in major elements first, then refine them with controlled brushwork to create a balanced and believable harbor composition.

Special focus is given to painting water reflections, shoreline textures, and subtle movement in the water using layered color and value changes. You’ll also explore how to paint distant structures, docks, and trees with soft edges to create depth and a natural coastal atmosphere.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll gain confidence in painting coastal scenes, handling reflections and structure, and creating depth through layering and atmospheric perspective. This is an excellent project for painters ready to advance their skills while producing a vibrant and visually engaging harbor landscape.