plate no. 6865
Untitled (Hop Kilns, Motueka)
Rita Angus, 1941
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountains, building, and trees, paying attention to proportions.
- step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted blue and grey to the sky.
- step 03
Layer washes of green, blue, and purple to create the mountains, starting with lighter tones and gradually adding darker values.
- step 04
Paint the building with a light orange wash, adding details like windows and roof with darker shades.
- step 05
Use a variety of greens and blues to paint the trees, varying the intensity of the colors to create depth.
- step 06
Add the foreground with a light green wash, blending it into the background.
- step 07
Define the shapes of the trees and building with darker outlines and details.
- step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the overall composition.
color palette
primary · cerulean blue · yellow ochre · raw umber
secondary · sap green · burnt sienna · payne's gray
Mix greens by combining blue and yellow. Use Payne's gray to darken colors and create shadows. Dilute colors with water to achieve transparent washes.
techniques
- ·layering washes
- ·dry brushing
- ·color mixing
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·glazing
common pitfalls
- →overworking the painting
- →using colors straight from the tube
- →not allowing washes to dry completely
- →losing the sense of light and atmosphere
materials
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
required
- ·watercolor paints
- ·watercolor paper 140lb
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·flat brush
- ·palette
- ·water container
- ·masking tape
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·watercolor pencils
- ·kneaded eraser
- ·ruler
Use high-quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling. Experiment with different brush sizes to achieve various effects.
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