Field landscape with shepherd boy, dog and flock of sheep

Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the placement of the horizon line and the relative sizes of the elements.

Establish the sky with a light wash of blue and white, blending the colors softly.

Block in the distant landscape with muted greens and browns, using lighter values for areas further away.

Define the field with varying shades of yellow, brown, and ochre, using short, broken brushstrokes to create texture.

Paint the sheep as simplified shapes, using white, cream, and touches of brown and gray to suggest form and wool.

Add the shepherd and dog, paying attention to their proportions and the way they interact with the landscape.

Refine the details, such as the haystacks and the texture of the field, using smaller brushes and more precise strokes.

Add final highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.