Techniques For Painting Nature

Paintings of nature have always been an attraction point of a varnishing or exposition. They are often referred to as static nature. If this is your one of your hobbies, you probably always wondered how can artists represent the spirit of nature in such a bright and realistic manner. Well, paintings of nature are not so easy to create and require going through a few steps, such as pagination and objects construction. Before actually painting static nature, you need to contemplate. It is good to see the objects group as some characters. Notice if they have more straight angles or more curves and if they got warm or cold colors. According to these first principles, the work will suggest a particular psychical state. Identify certain attributes, like masculine - feminine, silky, rough. Also, determine the main character. Whichever element seems more alive, that should be the center. Check out the overall image and try to establish an interest center. Look after the main lines and their orientation. Framing is also very important. The square represents equilibrium, while the horizontal rectangle implies silence. Usually, the paintings of nature come with an unpaired number of elements, such as pots, flowers or fruits. In order to increase the expressiveness, alternate the shiny and mat objects.

 

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            Pagination is your first step in paintings of nature. It implies organizing a harmonious sketch of the elements that are to be painted. The first move is placing the model sheet on the material. Then draw the main vertical and horizontal axises. Place the objects on a balanced support, so the composition doesn't "fall" in any side. Proportioning means adjusting the objects dimensions in a tight rapport with the overall surface of the material. The correct construction paintings of nature of the elements is not too difficult, if you know how to measure. Measurements can be done with the tail of your brush or with a pencil. You need to hold it vertically and close one of your ryes, for extra precision. Measuring this way is not quite a technique, but an instinct you develop in time.

 

            For a successful construction, you need to take in consideration the main axises, the medium and maximum width and length, geometrical bordering, eclipses drawing and objects highlighting. Pay special attention to a few aspects though. The construction lines need to be delicate and fine, while the geometrical shapes have to be represented in a perspective. Symmetrizing and measuring the proportions are not mandatory rules. You can use them at the end just as well, by highlighting the colors.

 

            Draw without any fear, just like no one would watch or see you. This is probably the most important advice you can get. Releasing your imagination will definitely come out with better results. If you have the fear of failing and feel frustrated and anxious, then it is not for you. Stress will only harm your results, no matter how hard you concentrate. Just stay relaxed and you will be impressed by your new paintings of nature.