When I look back at all the interiors I’ve painted over the years, a vast majority of them include a window or an open door. Such elements break from the idea of dark or static interiors, and instead inject a lovely dose of mystery. They represent a new world of possibility, an invitation to enjoy the comfort of the room while being tempted to walk outside and explore the landscape.
Successfully combining both worlds often lies in mastering the tonal range to depict the contrast between the light outside and the dark elements inside correctly. So I hope you will join me in this step by step, learn about tones and composition, and hopefully be inspired to look at interiors in a brand new way.
Your subject
The following demo was done from a photograph (far right) I took at a beautiful house in the countryside near Bath. The owner kindly let me take inspiration from the gorgeous rooms in the property for my
