A Place In The Pines

A Place In The Pines

Run Time: 5Hr 23 Min
Video Size: 1920x1080 Full HD

This painting was inspired by the resident Red Squirrel that patrols the forest behind my house. My dog Tuk and I are constantly scolded by this squirrel whenever we venture into the backyard and always from the same perch, so it seems. I loved the lighting and instantly wanted to paint the scene because of the dramatic mood lighting the reference provided.

In this cute, cuddly art tutorial we will learn how to paint short fur that is both drenched in sunlight and falls in shadow. We also learn how to break down complexed woods, like this eastern pine, and how to add detail to create texture. We will also learn how to paint a subtle background to add atmosphere and depth to our painting.

Difficulty: Intermediate
Board Size: 10 x 8 Inches
Downloadable Lesson Aids: Line Drawing, Colour Template, Materials List, Reference Photo.

A Place In The Pines