The Artist - UK (2021-02)

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p STAGE FIVE

A fairly stiff, warm mix of spectrum red, yellow ochre and zinc white was dry-

brushed into the mid-distant ground to break up the cooler areas of snow.

This colour also helped to introduce the colours of the distant hillside into the

foreground, giving a feeling of unity

p STAGE FOUR
I painted the large tree trunks and branches with two
slightly different mixes to give variety, one warmer and
lighter, the other cooler and slightly darker: ultramarine,
a touch of primary red, yellow ochre and zinc white

q FINISHED PAINTING

Snow near Grange, Cumbria, gouache, 91/2 3 103/4in (24 3 27cm).

Highlights were added to the distant fields and mid-distance foreground, the

near foreground was darkened and the sheep added. Finally, a few marks were

added to the foreground to add texture and interest

TIP

When dry brushing try not to disturb the

previously applied colour. A light touch is

essential. Practise on a scrap of paper before you

start on the painting.