How to Paint an Autumn Scene With Trees, & a Cottage

Hey Artists

I've just uploaded a new YouTube video that I think you'll enjoy, especially if you love autumn scenes.

In this video, I'm painting a cozy cottage nestled among glowing autumn trees, with mountains shrouded in cloud in the background. It's one of those scenes that feels warm and peaceful.

In the video, I walk you through:

How I arranged the composition to guide the eye to your focal point naturally, in this case, the cottage becomes the star of the scene.
Building depth with atmospheric perspective, so your mountains recede beautifully into the distance.
Creating those glowing autumn trees with warm oranges and yellows, that frame the cottage without overwhelming it.
Working with soft light to create that atmospheric quality that makes autumn landscapes so magical.

Watch the video below:

Whether you're painting in oils or acrylics, these principles will help you create depth and atmosphere in your own autumn scenes.

Happy painting

Sam

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