How to Paint Trees in Acrylics lesson 2\r<br>.\r<br>Learn the basics of how to paint trees with acrylics to improve your landscape paintings\r<br>Step 1 : Create a tree structure\r<br>All trees have different branch and trunk structures, There are also many different tree trunk colors and styles depending on which type of tree you wish to paint\r<br>Step 2 : Add shadows and dark leaves\r<br>With acrylics, I find its best to work in layers - generally dark to light\r<br>Step 3 : Add mid-tones\r<br>you can either wait for the previous layer to dry or if you would like some blending ion go ahead and add a layer of lighter color\r<br>Step 4 : Paint hightlights\r<br>Most beginning artists like to overdo highlights, which can ruin the effect of light and shadow, so be careful and use sparingly. You can always add more if needed\r<br>Step 5: Finalize your tree\r<br>In this step, add the lightest accents and other flare to make it your own\r<br>Now that you understand the basic steps for painting a tree with acrylics, go outside, find your favorite trees and try to recreate them or add them into a new landscape painting.\r<br>.....................................\r<br>I Dont See the Branches, I See the Leaves by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (\r<br>Source: \r<br>Artist:
