Boughline Studio
Boughline Studio is my creative workspace and journal—a place where I document the process behind my landscape paintings. Here you’ll find demonstrations, field notes, reference photos, and the materials I rely on day to day. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how ideas form, evolve, and eventually become finished artwork, shared in a way that’s honest, practical, and grounded in my ongoing journey as an artist.
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Demonstrations
Step inside my painting process as I break down how I build landscapes from start to finish. Here you’ll find guided walkthroughs, layer-by-layer breakdowns, quick studies, and real-time or time-lapse sessions that show exactly how I approach colour, composition, and texture. These demonstrations are meant to be practical, honest, and easy to follow—offering a clear look at how a painting develops on the easel.
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Oshawa Bridge and Creek — 6×8 Soft Pastel Painting Study
This small 6×8 soft pastel study was painted from a reference photo I took earlier this summer while golfing in Oshawa. What caught my attention… -
Stephens Gulch Soft Pastel Painting (Video)
This is a demo of a soft pastel painting I did, based on a photo I took while visiting Stephen's Gulch Conservation Area north of… -
Letting Go of Perfection – A 6×8″ Breakthrough
By Michael Bennett Sometimes the biggest creative breakthroughs come from small changes in mindset. This little 6×8″ oil painting is the first piece I’ve completed…
Field Notes
This is my creative journal—an ongoing collection of plein-air outings, location studies, sketches, and the observations that shape my landscapes. Here you’ll find notes from the field, early ideas, reference photos, and the small moments of inspiration that turn into finished paintings. It’s a mix of exploration, learning, and quiet discovery, all captured along the trails, rivers, and forests that I visit.
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The Struggle of Picking a Plein Air Spot (When You’ve Never Done It Before)
Confession Time: I’ve Never Done Plein Air Oil Painting By Michael Bennett I’ve been painting landscapes for a while now, but here’s the truth:I’ve never actually done plein air oil painting.
TOOLS & MATERIALS
A look at the paints, pastels, brushes, and surfaces I rely on every day in the studio and out in the field. This section breaks down the materials that shape my work—why I use them, what I like about them, and how they influence the way a painting comes together. Think of it as a practical guide to the tools behind my process, from my plein-air kit to the supplies I trust in the studio.
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The Soft Pastels I Use (and Why)
When it comes to soft pastel painting, the materials matter—but not in a precious or brand-obsessed way. Over time, I’ve settled into a small mix…