plate no. 3613

Landscape

oilTonalismlandscapelandscapetreeshillsrocksgrasssky

some experience helpful

This painting provides an opportunity to practice atmospheric perspective and color mixing to create depth. Students can also develop their skills in rendering foliage and rock textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the tree, hills, and rocks.
step 02
Establish the sky with a thin wash of light blue and white, blending smoothly.
step 03
Block in the distant hills with muted blues and greens, gradually increasing saturation and detail as you move forward.
step 04
Paint the large tree, paying attention to the light and shadow on the trunk and foliage.
step 05
Add the foreground grass and rocks, using a variety of greens, yellows, and browns.
step 06
Refine the details of the rocks, adding texture and shadows.
step 07
Add highlights to the grass and foliage to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the overall composition and color balance.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · sap green · raw sienna · cadmium yellow light

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve atmospheric perspective by adding white to the colors of distant objects.

techniques