Leisure Painter

One subject, two media

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Compose the picture using the rule of thirds

Build colour-mixing confidence

Complete the painting with candle wax texture and white gouache

The rule of thirds will help you in composing this painting. Divide your paper into thirds, vertically and horizontally. You should then place the focal point on or very near to one of the intersections. Having the focal point off centre will make a more satisfying composition than placing it centrally. This applies to most artworks.

Demonstration Dunstanburgh Castle

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