Pegaso de Sol

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · ochre · burnt umber · ultramarine blue

secondary · cadmium red · titanium white

Mix ochre with small amounts of burnt umber to create the various shades of brown and tan. Add white to lighten the colors for highlights and create a sense of depth. Mix red and ochre for the sun's glow.

techniques

• ·dry brushing
• ·layering
• ·simplified form drawing
• ·color blending
• ·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

• →Overworking the details and losing the simplified, expressive style.
• →Using too many colors and creating a muddy or chaotic effect.
• →Failing to establish a clear focal point.
• →Not paying attention to the proportions of the figures and the pegasus.