Conversations at a Retreat

Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the house, mountains, river, and trees.

Use diluted black ink or watercolor to define the outlines of the house and other elements.

Apply washes of light gray to the mountains and river to create depth.

Add darker black ink or watercolor for details in the trees and rocks.

Use brown or ochre to add color to the tree trunk and the interior of the house.

Add details to the house roof with black lines.

Create texture in the trees with short, quick brushstrokes.

Add final details and refine the composition.