If you look at any object our brains will signal what it is (tree, rock, sky). Painters need to look at objects as geometric shapes. In this video I will show you how I see a tree and how I simplify it. 

I would highly advise you to squint at your photo reference before you begin to design…

I have the tendency to get over excited when discussing certain topics. Then I start rambling on & on and forget to engage with others. Not a good habit, but I am working on it.