Cranes Crying in the Pine Grove

Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the mountains and buildings.

Dilute ink to create a light wash and apply it to the entire background.

Add darker washes to define the mountains and create shadows.

Use a fine brush to paint the trees, starting with the trunks and then adding branches and pine needles.

Paint the buildings with a medium-dark wash, adding details like roofs and windows.

Add the grass and rocks in the foreground using short, quick brushstrokes.

Paint the birds in the sky with a fine brush, using a light wash.

Add final details and adjust the values as needed.