Sudden Showers, Newbury Marshes

Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the horizon line and the placement of the main elements (haystacks, river, trees).

Establish the sky with broad washes of color, blending the blues, grays, and whites to create the cloudy effect.

Block in the distant landscape and trees using muted greens and browns, focusing on creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective.

Paint the field with varying shades of green and brown, adding highlights to suggest sunlight and shadows.

Add the haystacks, carefully observing their shapes and the way light falls on them. Use a mix of browns, yellows, and oranges.

Paint the river, reflecting the colors of the sky and surrounding landscape. Add details like ripples and reflections.

Add final details, such as the cattle, ducks, and subtle variations in the grass.

Glaze with thin layers to adjust colors and values as needed.