Landscape with pine

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · alizarin crimson · titanium white

secondary · burnt umber · sap green · raw sienna

Achieve the sky colors by blending blue, yellow, and white. Mix greens by combining blue and yellow, and add brown for muted tones. Use alizarin crimson and white for the pink hues in the sky and reflections.

techniques

• ·color blending
• ·atmospheric perspective
• ·dry brushing
• ·layering
• ·scumbling

common pitfalls

• →Overworking the details too early in the process.
• →Failing to create a sense of depth through color and value changes.
• →Using too much detail in the background, which can flatten the image.
• →Not blending the colors sufficiently, resulting in a choppy appearance.