Painting Pastoral Vista In Oils | Susan Kennedy Oil Painting Demos

In this comprehensive guide, Susan Kennedy will teach you how to paint a pastoral vista in oils. With her step-by-step oil painting demos, you'll learn everything you need to know, from choosing the right materials to creating depth and atmosphere.

Painting a Pastoral Vista in Oils (Susan Kennedy Oil Painting Demos)

by Susan Kennedy

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2050 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	14 pages

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Materials

• Oil paints
• Canvas
• Brushes
• Palette
• Palette knife
• Gesso
• Turpentine
• Linseed oil

Step-by-Step Oil Painting Demos

### Step 1: Prepare the Canvas

Begin by gessoing the canvas. Gesso is a white primer that helps the oil paint to adhere to the canvas. Once the gesso has dried, you can begin painting.

### Step 2: Sketch the Scene

Use a soft pencil to sketch the scene. Don't worry about being too detailed at this stage. You can always refine the sketch as you paint.

### Step 3: Choose Your Colors

The next step is to choose your colors. For a pastoral vista, you'll need a variety of greens, blues, and browns. You can also add some yellows and oranges for the sun and clouds.

### Step 4: Paint the Sky

Start by painting the sky. Use a large brush and light, airy strokes. Blend the colors together to create a sense of depth.

### Step 5: Paint the Land

Next, paint the land. Use a variety of greens to create different shades of grass and trees. You can also add some brown for the dirt.

### Step 6: Add Details

Once the basic shapes are in place, you can start adding details. Use a smaller brush to paint the leaves on the trees, the flowers in the grass, and the clouds in the sky.

### Step 7: Create Depth

To create depth, use a variety of light and dark values. The foreground should be lighter than the background. You can also use atmospheric perspective to make the objects in the distance appear lighter and less distinct.

### Step 8: Finish the Painting

Once you're happy with the overall look of the painting, you can finish it by adding some final touches. This could include adding some highlights, shadows, or glazes.

Tips for Painting a Pastoral Vista

• Use a limited color palette to create a sense of harmony.
• Vary the brushstrokes to create different textures.
• Use light and dark values to create depth.
• Don't be afraid to experiment with different techniques.
• Practice regularly to improve your skills.

With a little practice, you'll be able to paint beautiful pastoral vistas in oils. So get out there and start painting!

Painting a Pastoral Vista in Oils (Susan Kennedy Oil Painting Demos)

by Susan Kennedy

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2050 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	14 pages

FREE