IOP-3302 Odd Apple - From The Inspiration of Painting PBS Oil Painting series hosted by Jerry Yarnell. 155 minute instructional video done using water miscible Oil paints on a 18 x 24 canvas - intermediate level.

   Step into the studio with Jerry Yarnell as he guides you through this beautifully composed still-life painting featuring a rustic wooden basket and a spill of rich, glowing apples. In this instructional lesson, Jerry breaks down each step with his signature clarity—making even complex textures and lighting effects easy to follow.

   You’ll learn how to create the weathered look of an old harvest basket, how to layer soft grassy textures, and how to bring apples to life with realistic highlights, shadows, and subtle color transitions. Jerry also demonstrates how to build depth in the background using atmospheric blending techniques that make the foreground pop.

   Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, this lesson offers a wealth of insight into composition, color harmony, and the fundamentals of still-life painting. By the end of the session, you’ll understand not just how to paint this scene, but why each technique works—one of the hallmarks of Jerry Yarnell’s teaching.