Water reflection painting

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About the Work A female figure is depicted in a moment of introspection, resulting in the recognition of boredom. The monotony resulting from constant self-occupation is hinted through the bored and distant gaze, and the visage’s broken reflection in the water. The relationship between the background and the figure is unclear, adding a feeling of oddness to the scene and the radiating skin of the figure seems amiss within the cold tones of the surrounding. Burn’s unique way of painting…

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Elevate your watercolor skills as you learn to depict the serene beauty of reflections, adding depth and realism to your aquatic scenes.

Elizabeth Geisler is a fine art painter in Sausalito, California. She is known for her paintings of water reflections and twilight cityscapes.

This blog along with the previous 4, and the next 22 are designed specifically for the Plein Air Adventure class to go along with the demonstrations I do before each class. The info works just as well for studio paintings. First, study the scene. I usually do a quick value sketch of the scene as a way to study it. What I'm looking for is the edge where the darkest dark meets the lightest light-otherwise known as the focal point. Here' the waterline is the darkest dark with tree trunks on the…

Pamela Gilliland Water Reflection 4, 2019 oil on canvas 30 x 30 in

Helpful tips for painting water and depicting reflections on the water

In today's tutorial, we will delve into the captivating world of painting transparent water using acrylics. Whether you're an enthusiastic beginner or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this step-by-step guide will empower you to master the mesmerizing art of depicting translucent water on canvas. Painting water, with all its intricate reflections, refractions, and ethereal qualities, can seem challenging at first. However, armed with the right techniques and a…

Pamela Gilliland Water Reflection 5, 2017 oil on canvas 30 x 30 in