The Half Way House, Thatcham

Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings, trees, and horizon line.

Block in the sky with light blues and whites, creating soft cloud formations.

Establish the main shapes of the trees with dark greens and browns, varying the tones to suggest depth.

Paint the buildings, paying attention to the details of the thatched roof and the texture of the walls.

Add the figures and animals, using small brushstrokes to define their forms.

Develop the foreground with a mix of browns, greens, and yellows, creating a sense of depth and texture.

Refine the details, such as the foliage, the texture of the hay wagon, and the highlights on the figures.

Add final glazes to unify the painting and enhance the colors.