Master the Art of Painting Sunlight Through Trees with Watercolor
Learn how to capture the magic of golden hour light in this comprehensive, step-by-step tutorial.
 
What you'll learn:
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<li>Color mixing for warm, golden hour tones</li>
<li>Techniques for painting dappled sunlight and tree silhouettes</li>
<li>How to create a glowing, atmospheric effect in your paintings</li>
<li>Layering methods to achieve depth and luminosity </li>
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This course includes: 20 lessons, 9 downloads &amp; 1 Bonus Lesson  
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<li>Detailed explanations of each step</li>
<li>Multiple exercises to practice new skills</li>
<li>Guided projects to apply what you've learned</li>
<li>Creative use of photo references to make your artwork compelling</li>
<li>Tips on overcoming common watercolor hurdles </li>
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Special features:
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<li>Develop a unique character to place in your illustration</li>
<li>Create a final atmospheric illustration with magical lighting</li>
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By the end of this course, you'll have the confidence and skills to create stunning watercolor landscapes and narrative illustrations filled with radiant sunlight and atmospheric depth.
Perfect for intermediate watercolorists looking to enhance their landscape painting skills, friendly for beginners. 
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<li> Bonus Video: At the end of the class, you'll find an exclusive bonus video where I'm painting in my sketchbook. This video perfectly complements the class because it features all the topics we've covered: golden hour lighting, a warm atmosphere, lots of greenery, and a character. Watch as I apply the techniques you've learned in a real-time setting, providing additional insights and inspiration for your own work. <img src="https://static.skillshare.com/uploads/discussion/tmp/0fee5f0a.jpg" class="zoomable rounded-image-wrapper" alt="0fee5f0a.jpg"> </li>
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Join now and transform your watercolor paintings with the beauty of light!

Intro

Class Project

Materials

Essential Colors

Mixing Colors

Landscape Thumbnail: Simple Sunset

Landscape Thumbnail: Sunlight through Tree Trunks

Landscape Thumbnail: Sunlight through Branches

How to Create a Mood in Illustration

Idea and Composition 

 Character Design

Transferring Graphite Drawing to Watercolor Paper

Applying Masking Fluid

Painting Background

Large Trees

Greenery

Birch Tree

Bright Girl

Adding Spectacular Details

Final Thoughts

Bonus: Sketchbook Painting - Girl Reading at Sunset

Exercises.jpg

Characters.jpg

Graphite Drawing.jpg

Photo reference 1.jpg

Photo reference 2.JPG

Photo reference 3 Large Trees.jpg

Photo reference 4 Birch Trees.jpg

Photo reference 5 Reading Girl Illustration.jpg

Finished Artwork.jpg

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Mastering Watercolor: How to Paint Sunlight Shining Through Trees

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Mastering Watercolor: How to Paint Sunlight Shining Through Trees

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