Saplings Mittagong II

Sketch a simple horizon line dividing the canvas into sky and ground.

Block in the sky with a light peach/orange color, blending smoothly.

Apply a base layer of burnt sienna/red-brown for the ground, leaving some areas lighter and darker for variation.

While the ground layer is still wet, add darker shades of brown and red to create depth and texture.

Using a thin brush, paint the vertical lines representing the saplings with a dark brown or black, varying their thickness and height.

Add subtle highlights to the saplings using a lighter shade of brown or beige.

Define the horizon line with a slightly darker brown, creating a subtle undulating effect.

Allow to dry and add final touches to the saplings and ground as needed.