Country Roads in Pastel: Light, Shadow, and Perspective
Art in Action: Live Class Replay
Course Summary
Discover the timeless charm of a countryside scene as we journey down a sunlit dirt road in pastel. This lesson blends color, perspective, and structure all in one peaceful composition. You’ll learn to balance man-made forms with nature’s rhythm and bring a sense of calm nostalgia to your work.
Course Takeaways:
-Master perspective and vanishing points in landscape composition
-Create atmosphere through layered color transitions and light direction
-Suggest texture in trees, grass, and roads without overworking details
-Balance architecture with organic elements for natural harmony
Lessons Learned:
-How to simplify complex scenes into strong shapes and lines
-Understanding color temperature to convey time of day
-Using line and light to lead the viewer’s eye
-Capturing rural charm through subtle texture and value
Course Curriculum
