Autumn Mountains after Wang Meng

Lightly sketch the overall composition, focusing on the placement of major elements like mountains, trees, and the figure.

Establish the darkest areas with diluted black ink, concentrating on the foliage and rock crevices.

Apply lighter washes of ink to create the mid-tones on the mountains and trees, building up layers to define form.

Use dry brush techniques with a slightly drier brush to add texture to the rocks and tree bark.

Add details to the trees, such as individual leaves and branches, using finer brushstrokes.

Paint the figure on the bridge, keeping it simple and small in scale.

Add subtle washes to the sky and water areas to create a sense of atmosphere.

Refine the details and adjust the values to achieve the desired depth and contrast.