The Atmosphere of a Summer Day
A step-by-step video tutorial by Igor Sakharov on painting a vibrant Mediterranean courtyard in oils. Perfect for beginners.
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About the Lesson
In this lesson, you will learn how to:
Capture the feeling of blinding midday sun and summer heat through the contrast of light-drenched textured walls and deep, translucent cast shadows.
Render fabrics swaying in the breeze, modeling soft folds, mid-tones, and the effect of sunlight filtering through the cloth.
Construct a complex, multi-layered still life within an interior space, depicting clay pots, flowers, fruits, and vintage furniture with rich color reflections.
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