Duck Hunters in a Twilight Marsh

Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the horizon line and the placement of major elements like the haystacks and figures.

Establish the sky gradient with thin washes of color, blending from yellow at the top to orange and red near the horizon.

Block in the distant landscape and mountains with muted tones, creating a sense of depth.

Paint the marshland with varying shades of green, brown, and gray, using horizontal strokes to suggest the flatness of the terrain.

Add details to the grasses and foliage, using smaller brushes and varying the direction of the strokes to create texture.

Paint the water reflections, mirroring the colors and shapes of the sky and surrounding landscape.

Add the figures in the foreground, paying attention to their proportions and placement within the scene.

Refine the details and add highlights to create a sense of realism and luminosity.