Painting the Effects of Weather

by Seligman, Patricia

• ISBN13: 9780891344865
• ISBN10: 0891344861
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1992-10-01
• Publisher: North Light Books

Summary

Here's how to capture all those wonderful, but difficult-to-render, weather effects that can make or break any landscape painting. Whether it's capturing the individual qualities of sunshine or shadows, the varying textures of clouds, the drama of a snow storm, or the other-worldly atmosphere of mist and fog, Painting the Effects of Weather will show you just how to do it - either on the spot, or later in the studio, using quick color reference notes you'll learn how to make on location. Here you'll learn how to make the most of the sky's central role when planning your composition and see how clouds can form an integral part of it. You'll discover which colors to mix to create the soft, muted tones and outlines that are characteristic of fine rain, mist, and even fog - along with useful techniques, such as blending colors with your fingers. When it comes to storms, you'll find out just how simple it really is to suggest the movement of clouds, grass, and trees, by blurring, painting wet-into-wet, or dry brush. Topic by topic, all the problem areas are covered, with detailed step-by-step demonstrations showing exactly how to deal with each subject. There's also a gallery of paintings to show how top professionals tackle weather effects, providing you with inspiration for your own interpretations.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Painting and sketching outdoors	8	(16)
Sketching and painting in the great outdoors does have its problems - but these are far outweighed by the pleasures
Clouds	24	(28)
To be able to paint a good landscape, you need to know how to paint a good sky
Sunlight and shadows	52	(28)
The sparkling light and deep shadows found on a clear bright day are a joy to behold and a pleasure to paint
Fog and mist	80	(22)
The beauty of misty landscapes is that shapes and shades become softened and blurred, creating a strange, haunting atmosphere
Snow	102	(20)
Heavy snow-filled skies and crisp, frosty mornings have their own special atmosphere, which you can readily capture in paint
Stormy weather	122
The sheer power and drama of a storm make it one of the most exciting weather conditions to tackle