The Houses are Illuminated by the Moonlight

Prepare the canvas with a dark brown or black base layer.

Sketch the basic shapes of the houses and trees lightly with charcoal or a light-colored pencil.

Using a small brush, begin applying short, directional strokes of dark brown and black to define the forms of the houses and trees.

Mix a lighter shade of brown or ochre and add highlights to the roofs and other areas where the moonlight would hit.

Create the sky by applying swirling strokes of dark brown, ochre, and yellow, gradually increasing the amount of yellow towards the center to represent the moonlight.

Continue layering strokes of different colors to build up texture and depth in the sky and landscape.

Add final details and highlights with a fine brush, paying attention to the direction and flow of the brushstrokes.

Allow the painting to dry completely and add a protective varnish if desired.