The Banks of the Oise

Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the river, boats, trees, and mountains.

Block in the sky with light blue and grey tones, blending softly to create clouds.

Paint the distant mountains with muted browns and greys, suggesting depth.

Add the dark green masses of trees, varying the shades to create texture.

Paint the river with horizontal strokes of brown and grey, reflecting the sky and trees.

Add the details of the boats, using red, white, and black for the hulls and sails.

Paint the trees in the foreground, focusing on the simplified shapes of the branches and leaves.

Add the final details, such as the small red flag on one of the boats and the highlights on the water.