Jul '25 (edited) • Art Tips
How to Paint a Stunning Mountain Landscape
Hey Artists
I just published a new painting tutorial on my website that I'm excited to share with you.
It's about painting a mountains and painting the dark values first, a technique that completely transformed how I approach landscapes.
Instead of starting with the sky like most artists teach, I begin with the darkest values first, and the results have been incredible.
In this step-by-step tutorial, I walk you through painting a stunning New Zealand-inspired mountain scene using this unconventional method.
You'll see exactly how starting with darks creates better tonal balance and depth in your landscapes.
Read the full tutorial here:
The technique might feel backward at first, but I think you'll be amazed at how it simplifies the entire painting process.
Happy painting!
Sam
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How to Paint a Stunning Mountain Landscape
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