In this lesson we will make a study of four different trees, so you can have an example of what to look for and how to find patterns in their way of growing. We will also get into some brush techniques, that will help to paint the trees in an easy way. Everything you learn here, you can adapt on other trees too. Maybe next time you go for a walk, find yourself a species of trees, try to understand how they grow and sketch their pattern until your hand and mind remembers it. This is all about practice!
Let's get started! This first session is all about the materials and what you need for this course. All the things we are using should be possible for you to get in your nearby hobby shop or hardware store. We paint on a 33x24 cm / 12x9 inches canvas board in this course. If you choose a bigger canvas you might also want to adapt the size of your brushes. Down below you find a list with everything you need and a link provided, in case you decide to order the materials online.
Canvas laminated onto a cardboard, for use with oil and/or acrylic paints.
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Oilpainting starterset. They usually all come with similar colours.
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In case you want to paint with more expensive and high quality colours.
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Alternative painting medium, that is more environment and health friendly.
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Aquarell / Watercolour Pad, for sketching, where the paint dries quickly.
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For scetching and practicing later on. Just use what you have and what you feel comfortable with.
Filbert Brush - Size 8.
All purpose brush to paint clouds, trees and foliage.
