Machu Picchu by Ilya Ibryaev (Мачу-Пикчу – Russian , Eng sub)

Welcome to this captivating watercolor landscape lesson! In the first part of the training, we will focus on honing our watercolor techniques through two landscape studies. Through these exercises, you can apply various watercolor techniques, allowing you to gain confidence and mastery of this versatile medium.

As we move into the main part of the lesson, we will embark on a beautiful journey to the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu. Our task will be to create a stunning landscape that captures the view of the mountains from the steps of this foggy and mysterious city.

Throughout the training, you will achieve the following results:

1. Mastering Perspective: Learn how to use perspective to make your landscape story attractive and airy, creating a sense of depth and dimension in your artwork.
2. Analyzing Foreground, Middle, and Background: Understand the importance of the foreground, middle ground, and background in a landscape compositioncriticaland how to balance these elements effectively.
3. Chiaroscuro and Natural Light: Explore the key techniques for working with chiaroscuro and natural light in your landscape, adding depth and realism to your artwork.
4. Watercolor Transparency: Learn how to maintain the transparency of watercolor without compromising tonal values, allowing your colors to shine through in their full brilliance.
5. Conveying the Contrasting States of Nature: Develop the skill of capturing the contrasting states of nature in your landscape, portraying the mystical and enigmatic atmosphere of Machu Picchu.

By the end of the lesson, you will have honed your watercolor techniques and created a breathtaking landscape that captures the essence and spirit of Machu Picchu.

So, let’s embark on this artistic journey together, exploring the beauty of watercolor and the captivating landscape of Machu Picchu. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this lesson will provide valuable insights and techniques to elevate your watercolor landscapes to new heights. Enroll now and let your creativity soar!