Drifting Clouds

Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and the placement of major elements like the mountains and pond.

Establish the sky with a thin wash of light blue, gradually adding white to create the cloud formations.

Block in the distant mountains with muted blues and purples, paying attention to value differences to create depth.

Paint the grassy foreground with varying shades of green, adding darker tones in the shadows and lighter tones where the light hits.

Add the rocks in the foreground, using a mix of browns and grays to create texture and form.

Carefully paint the pond, reflecting the sky and surrounding landscape.

Refine the details, such as the edges of the clouds and the texture of the grass.

Glaze thin layers of color to unify the painting and enhance the atmospheric effect.