48 Artists & IllustratorsA STILL LIFE ON A WINDOWSILL PROVIDES A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO FOCUS ON
THE EFFECTS OF LIGHT AND SHADE, AS WATERCOLOURIST MATT JEANES REVEALSCAPTURING SUNLIGHT
MATT’S CHALLENGE
As the blossom returns to the
trees and the days begin to
lengthen, now is the time of year
when the light will start to fl ood
into your studio once more.
The long cast shadows and
constantly shifting light provides
the opportunity for a still life
painter to create new and
interesting effects.
Matt’s challenge was to work
against the light, establishing the
sensation caused by the sun
hitting the glass through a series
of precise details and sharp
contrasts. Try a similar set up at
home by arranging a selection of
objects on a bright windowsill or
table, choosing an interesting
angle and glass or refl ective
items for maximum impact.ORIGINAL PHOTO
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