Welcome to #TutorialTuesday #31, and happy 2025! This week, we’re starting the new year with a serene painting titled "Good Morning." This soft and simple mountain reflection captures the peaceful energy of a quiet morning in nature. Blue skies and dreamy pink and gold clouds create a beautiful backdrop, while reflections in the water mirror the vibrant crimson trees in the midground.
For this painting, I experimented with adding a white border to frame the scene. To achieve this effect, I used blue painter’s tape for clean, crisp edges. I also covered the painter’s tape with masking tape while filming to create a smoother visual experience and reduce distractions. This small detail added a unique touch to the final piece and made the process even more enjoyable.
If you’re looking for a relaxing and approachable tutorial, this video is perfect for you. Whether you’re new to oil painting or an experienced artist, this step-by-step guide will help you create your own version of this tranquil mountain reflection.
Palette for this painting:
Titanium White
Yellow Ochre
Indian Yellow
Bright Red
Alizarin Crimson
Phthalo Blue
Dark Sienna
Midnight Black
I’m thrilled to have captured this painting on camera as the first of 2025, and I look forward to sharing many more creative moments with you this year.
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