Venice

Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings and bridge with a pencil.

Apply a thin wash of diluted watercolor to the sky, using blues and purples.

Add washes of color to the buildings, varying the intensity to create depth.

Use a fine-tipped pen or marker to outline the buildings and add details like windows and doors.

Create the impression of foliage and water using loose, gestural strokes of watercolor and ink.

Add details to the bridge using a combination of watercolor and pen.

Introduce some dry brush strokes to add texture to the buildings.

Review and adjust the balance of colors and lines, adding final touches as needed.