In this easy to follow step-by-step class you will learn how to paint an easy landscape in gouache.
For this first lesson of the series, we'll focus on applying the paint on the paper and painting gradations of colors. A small size paper or sketchbook will help to stay focused and not be overwhelmed by a large amount of work.

I've picked a reference photo of a colorful sunset on Pixabay, and I've attached it to this lesson for you to follow along.

Once you’ve gathered the supplies you need, you will start by practicing using the paint to get a feel for it. I'll be using acrylic gouache for this first lesson, but if you don't have any, you can use gouache or even acrylic paint. Then you'll be sketching the landscape on your paper, or tracing it from the photo. And finally you'll start applying what you've learned and paint a colorful landscape with some simple gradations of colors.

You can either watch the full class and do the drawing afterward, or start drawing along as you are watching the videos. But to maximize your experience, I would recommend to watch the step-by-step videos once and pay attention to the instructions, then watch them again as you’re drawing.

You will be able to share your work in progress with the other students, as well as your finished drawing. And if you have any questions, please, don't hesitate to ask them in the class' community section, I'm here to help you.
If you end up painting more landscapes after this class, or have done so before watching this class, don't be afraid to share your work with us.

I hope you'll enjoy painting with gouache, it's such a fun medium! I can't wait to see your paintings.

If you've enjoyed the class, please, remember to leave a review before you go, it will help your fellow students find the class too. Thank you for your much appreciated help.

Richard Meagher

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