Step 1.
To create a background, use a darker blue and blend into a lighter one, it doesn’t matter which goes at the top. Add clouds and soften the bottom of them by dragging with a dry brush. Use a mid grey to map out where the design will sit.
Step 2.
For the whale, use a dark grey to shade and define the shape. While the paint is still wet, use a wet paintbrush to blend where needed.
Step 3.
For the buildings, colour with a mid brown and follow with a dark brown to create shadow. Add tiny dots to indicate windows and doors.
Step 4.
Highlight everything with white. Again, take a wet paintbrush and blend the white where needed, particularly on the body of the whale to give a smoother appearance.
Step 5.
Finally, paint the trees with dark brown, followed by green dots to create the leaves. Mix a small amount of black with the dark grey and define the darkest areas, add some dark spots around the mouth and fins, and don’t forget to give him a grumpy face!
Products Used
Superstar Paint – Line White 161, Line Black 163, Baby Blue Shimmer 063, Mystic Blue Shimmer 137, Stone 071, Charcoal 074, Ginger 027, Darkest Coffee 025, Graphite 223, Mint 108, Slate Green 111, Grass Green 042.
As seen in Kustom Art Magazine – March/April 2015
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