The Far Snows of Minshan Only Make Us Happy

Lightly sketch the basic mountain shapes and the horizon line.

Apply a very diluted wash of ink to the entire paper to create a subtle background tone.

Using a slightly darker wash, define the distant mountains and sky, leaving some areas lighter to suggest mist.

With a medium-strength ink wash, begin to build up the shadows and textures on the foreground mountains, using varied brushstrokes.

Use a darker, more concentrated ink to define the sharp edges and crevices of the mountains.

Add details like trees and figures using quick, expressive brushstrokes with a fine brush.

Create a sense of depth by layering washes and varying the intensity of the ink.

Add final details and adjust values as needed to achieve the desired atmospheric effect.