International Artist – August-September 2019

Oil Workshop 131

OILNEW ZEALAND

WORKSHOP

Mastering Waterfalls

W

aterfalls are one of the most alluring subjects for

painters, but also one of the trickiest to get right.

Learn the keys to painting successful waterfalls in this

comprehensive and inspiring course, which can be seen by

visiting my website and in my new DVD.

On a recent painting trip to the South Island of New

Zealand I wandered away from the group, following my feet

up a winding river bank, deep into the ancient forest (actually

very close to where they  lmed the forest scenes for Lord of

the Rings).

I soon came to one of the most beautiful little waterfalls

I’ve ever seen. Shafts of light  ooded through the dense

canopy overhead, making a stunning spot lit scene of the

clear rushing waters and lichen covered rocks. All movement,

all stillness, all glowing light and misted shadows. Well my

mouth hung open, my chest  lled with an ecstatic joy that

welled up into my eyes. What a precious place!

In every issue of International Artist we will feature a

Painting Workshop from one of New Zealand’s best artists.

About Your Tutor

Richard Robinson is one

of New Zealand’s premier

outdoor painters. Every year

he teaches workshops around

the world. You can view his

extensive online lessons at

http://www.mypaintingclub.com.

Reference photo

Charcoal sketch