LEARNING OBJECTIVES
■ Develop understanding of light and the way it lands on a subject
■ Improve fine brush control
■ Build confidence with drawing and painting figures
Light is a critical factor when creating atmosphere within a painting so the main aim of this article is to focus on the interplay between light and shadow. We will also be moving between wide and narrow brushes to create different effects.
The shape and depth of an image can be achieved using only white acrylic paint on a previously prepared brightly coloured background. A limited palette removes pressure to mix varying shades of multiple colours. Instead, you must look at sheer light intensity and work with different levels of paint opacity.
I find working with pure white against a bright background energising, which gives a satisfying well-being bonus to this painting exercise.
BRUSHWORK HINTS AND TIPS
Three brushstrokes are needed to achieve this painting style
Fine lines
Whether using neat paint or mixed with flow enhancer, achieving a very fine line is a
