🎨Acrylic paint colors needed: titanium white, cadmium medium yellow, ultramarine blue, natural medium red, and carbon black.
🖌️Brushes needed: blending brush, flat half-an-inch brush, and detail brush.
🌲Create tree effects using artist sponges.
🦋Use a hair blow-dryer to add more layers without smearing the paint.
🎫Size of canvas needed: 16 by 20 inches.
What are the necessary materials for this painting?
—The necessary materials include acrylic paints (titanium white, cadmium medium yellow, ultramarine blue, natural medium red, and carbon black), brushes (blending brush, flat half-an-inch brush, and detail brush), artist sponges, a hair blow-dryer, a 16 by 20-inch canvas, and a palette knife.
What techniques are used to create tree effects?
—Tree effects can be created using artist sponges. The tutorial will demonstrate how to achieve a bushy and tree effect with these sponges.
Why is a hair blow-dryer used in this painting?
—A hair blow-dryer is used to add more layers to the painting without smearing the paint. It allows for a quicker drying time and helps create depth in the artwork.
What size of canvas is recommended for this painting?
—A 16 by 20-inch canvas is recommended for this winter train scene painting. However, other canvas sizes can also be used based on personal preference.
Where can I find the necessary materials?
—The necessary materials, including the acrylic paints, brushes, and canvas, can be found at art supply stores or online. The instructor also mentions having their own brand of acrylic paint available on their website.
00:00Introduction and thank you to patrons
00:05Overview of materials needed
00:19Mixing the colors for the sky
00:40Applying the first layer of paint to the canvas
10:38Adding faraway mountains to the painting
17:17Next steps and conclusion
