Introduction to Gouache: A Chromatic Journey to Japan

Overview

“All the elements of our composition have been painted. Now I will show you how to add detail to your illustration, to give it some finesse and character. For that, I will start with the plant details.”

In this video lesson Lil Sire addresses the topic: Finishes and details 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Gouache: A Chromatic Journey to Japan. Master gouache painting techniques to create a Japanese-style illustration full of details and vivid colors.

Partial transcription of the video

“The details and finishing touches Now that I've finished all the elements of my composition, I will add the details that will give both finesse and character to my illustration. For this new lesson, I've changed my water and I will begin with the vegetation's details. Before adding any details, you need to be sure that the paint is dry. As I've mentioned before, it can change color, and even if your solid color doesn't satisfy you, you can paint over it with an additional layer to get a greater thickness or opacity. To do so, I would use paint either straight out of the tube, or diluted in ...”

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Course summary for: Introduction to Gouache: A Chromatic Journey to Japan

• Level: Beginner
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• Category

  Illustration

• Areas

  Fine Arts, Gouache Painting, Painting, Traditional illustration