Downloadable PDF lesson
Be inspired by the rich colors of a Tuscan sunset, and paint along with me as I show you techniques for rendering skies, watery reflections, and silhouetted landscapes in this in-depth watercolor tutorial.
In this step-by-step lesson, I’ll show you:
- Tips and tricks for painting a variegated base wash for sky and sea
- Techniques for painting light, wispy clouds
- How to draw a perfect circle for the sun
- A simple trick for creating sparkling highlights on water
- How to mix colors for a dark landscape silhouette
- How to paint light rays radiating from the sun
- The best brush to use to paint water ripples
What's included...
This downloadable lesson offers clear, easy-to-understand, step-by-step written instructions for drawing and painting a seaside sunset scene PLUS…
- a materials list that explains exactly what you'll need to paint the example
- specific color recommendations for each step of the painting process
- a high-resolution reference photo
- additional information about my favorite sketching tools and materials
This lesson is 22 pages long.
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FAQ
Purchased lessons are yours to keep forever. You can view them in the course player or download them to your computer.
Students of all skill levels can benefit from this lesson, but some basic experience with drawing and painting will be helpful.
The tutorial includes a complete list of materials for painting the example, but feel free to use whatever drawing and watercolor supplies you already have on hand.
Yes! My Watercolor Essentials video course was designed for just this purpose. In it I demonstrate all the techniques that are referenced in my written lessons.
