Shooting for the Beef

approach — 8 steps

color palette

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

secondary · cadmium red · raw sienna · ivory black

Mix various shades of brown and green by combining burnt umber, yellow ochre, and ultramarine blue. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Achieve atmospheric perspective by adding blue to distant colors.

techniques

• ·atmospheric perspective
• ·figure drawing
• ·dry brushing
• ·glazing
• ·color blending

common pitfalls

• →Incorrect proportions of figures and animals.
• →Overly saturated colors that lack atmospheric perspective.
• →Insufficient blending of colors in the sky and distant landscape.
• →Neglecting the details in the foreground that add depth.