First up, let’s add some highlights. Just as shadows give depth, highlights bring light and vibrancy to your painting. Using lighter shades of your base colors, add highlights where the light naturally hits your objects. This could be the tops of trees, the edges of leaves, or the curved surfaces of pumpkins. Highlights help to create a sense of dimension and help your objects stand out against the background.
Autumn Church Acrylic Painting Tutorial for Beginners – Create Joy with Simple and Fun Art
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- A comprehensive supply list: We’ve listed all the acrylic paints, brushes, and materials you’ll need to create your masterpiece.
- Tracer template: Don’t worry about drawing – simply use our provided tracer to get the perfect outline of the scene.
- Getting Started: Gather your supplies and set up your painting space. Get ready to dive into the world of colors and imagination!
- Background Bliss: We’ll start by creating a stunning autumn sky using easy blending techniques. Watch as your canvas transforms into a captivating backdrop of warm hues.
- Church Charm: Learn how to paint the charming church with its rustic textures and inviting details. We break down each step, so you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve.
- Nature’s Palette: Explore the magic of autumn foliage as we guide you through painting vibrant leaves and trees that will surround your church with seasonal beauty.
- Final Flourish: Add those finishing touches that bring your artwork to life. You’ll be amazed at your own creative prowess!
Experience the Joy: Art is all about self-expression and having fun, and this tutorial is no exception. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, you’ll find immense satisfaction in creating something beautiful with your own hands. Celebrate the joy of making art in a relaxed and encouraging environment.
Fall in Love with Art: As the autumn leaves fall, let your creativity flourish. Join us in this tutorial and discover the simple pleasures of painting. Whether you choose to follow the steps exactly or add your own unique twists, the result will be a masterpiece that reflects your creativity and the happiness that art brings.
️ Let’s Paint Together! Unlock the artist within and bring the beauty of an autumn church to life on your canvas. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing hobby or a way to bond with loved ones, this tutorial is your gateway to artistic bliss. Grab your supplies, hit play, and let’s paint the joy of autumn together!
Get ready to create, have fun, and spread the joy of art!
Gather Your Supplies
Before we dive into the colorful world of fall canvas painting, let’s make sure you have all the necessary supplies. Here’s what you’ll need:
Canvas
Pick a canvas that suits your preference and the space you have. For beginners, a medium-sized canvas—say, 16×20 inches, is a good starting point. You can find these at any craft store or even online. Remember, it’s your art, so choose what you feel most comfortable with.
Paintbrushes
Next, you’ll need a set of paintbrushes. A variety of shapes and sizes will give you the flexibility to create different effects. Look for a beginners set that includes a flat brush for broad strokes, a round brush for details, and a fan brush for blending. Good paintbrushes can make your painting experience smoother and more enjoyable, especially when you’re navigating the vibrant hues of autumn.
Acrylic Paint
For these easy fall canvas painting ideas for beginners, we recommend using acrylic paint. They’re user-friendly, dry quickly, and offer vibrant colors—perfect for capturing the fiery reds and deep oranges of fall. A basic starter set with primary colors will allow you to mix and create any shade you need.
Palette
Finally, grab a palette for mixing your paints. This can be anything from a store-bought artist’s palette to a simple piece of wax paper. Having a palette will make it easier to mix your colors and keep your paints organized while you work on your masterpiece.
With your supplies in hand, you’re all set to start exploring the world of fall canvas painting. Let’s move on to preparing your workspace.
Prepare Your Workspace
Now that we’ve got the supplies sorted, let’s move on to setting up your workspace. This is a key step in your painting process because a well-organized workspace can make your painting experience more enjoyable and less stressful. So, where do we start?
Choose the Perfect Location
First, find a quiet, well-lit spot where you can work in peace. Natural light is best for painting, so near a window would be ideal. Make sure your space is comfortable and inspiring—maybe put on some soft music or light a scented candle. You’re going to spend some quality time here, so make it a place where you’ll enjoy being.
Set Up Your Easel
Next, set up your easel. An easel will keep your canvas at a comfortable viewing and painting angle. If you don’t have an easel, don’t worry! You can prop your canvas against a wall or even lay it flat on a table. Just make sure it’s secure and won’t move while you’re painting.
Arrange Your Supplies
Finally, arrange your supplies. Line up your paintbrushes, squeeze out your paints onto your palette, and have a cup of water and some paper towels handy for cleaning your brushes. Keep everything within easy reach so you can stay focused on your art.
With your workspace ready, let’s move on to the exciting part—starting your painting!
Start with a Sketch
Before we dive into the colors, let’s establish a solid foundation with a sketch. It doesn’t have to be perfect, it just needs to give you an idea of where you want your main elements to be. Here’s how we’ll do it:
Choose Your Fall Theme
First off, you’ll need to decide on your fall theme. What does fall look like to you? Is it a landscape full of fiery leaves? A cozy pumpkin sitting on a windowsill? Or maybe a spooky Halloween scene? Whichever you choose, remember that this is one of those easy fall canvas painting ideas for beginners—you don’t need to pick something complicated!
Sketch on Paper
Once you’ve chosen your theme, it’s time to sketch it out on paper. Don’t worry about details or getting it perfect—just try to capture the general shapes and layout of your painting. This step is about planning, not perfection.
Transfer Sketch to Canvas
Now, it’s time to transfer your sketch to the canvas. You can do this by lightly sketching with a pencil directly onto the canvas. If you’re not comfortable with that, you can also use a piece of tracing paper to transfer your sketch. This sketch will act as a guide when you start painting, helping you keep everything in its place.
Sketch done? Great! You’re ready to bring some color into your painting.
What You’ll Need
Equipment / Tools
- Paint
- Assorted paintbrushes
- Palette
Materials
- Acrylic paint
- Canvas
Sketch Out Trees and Background
The first step is to lightly sketch on one main tree on the left side of the canvas and two smaller trees on the right side of the canvas. When you sketch, use light, short strokes to roughly estimate the size and shape of your trees. It doesn’t need to be perfect. Next, sketch in where you want the background to be and the overall shape of your leaves.
Paint Background Colors
Once you’re ready for painting, mix up your first color on your palette. Put a small amount of light blue and white. Take a flat angled brush and coat the ends of your brush in white. Next, add a small amount of light blue to the brush and mix this together on the center of your palette. To paint your background, you want there to be strokes of white and blue, so you don’t need to mix the two paint colors together completely. Use straight, horizontal strokes to paint in the sky background. Once the sky is complete, mix together the red you want to use for the main tree. Apply a light wash of this color on the remaining upper canvas. You can create a wash by mixing one part acrylic paint with one or two parts water. Once the light wash is in place, use the main red color to deepen the upper part of the leaves. Mix the remaining of your red paint with brown acrylic paint, and use that to paint in the background on the bottom of the canvas. These brush strokes should be horizontal and follow the shape of the background, so they will be slightly curved. Finally, mix together a light wash of green and yellow to paint the leaves of your smaller trees.
Dab on Leaf Details
Use a dabbing technique to start creating some leaves. To do this technique, take a small angled brush and coat the end in a mixture of red and orange. Press the brush firmly down on the canvas and lift up while completing a short stroke. The shape should look like an oval with pointed ends, similar to a leaf. Don’t worry so much about the shape. The dabbing motion is meant to add texture and depth to the canvas. If you aren’t seeing much texture on the canvas as you do this motion, add more paint to the end of your brush. Beginner acrylic paintings can tend to look flat and unimpressive. This technique adds some interest to the canvas, so don’t be afraid to experiment with it!
Paint in Black Trees
Using a small detail brush, take your time to paint in the silhouette of the trees. Each branch should start thicker then taper off in a random direction. If you are having trouble visualizing branches, test out some branch shapes on a scrap sheet of paper. One helpful tip for this painting is to make the tree trunks of the trees on the right very thin. By painting thin trunks, you’re creating the illusion that those trees are far off in the distance.
Add More Leaf Detailing
Now that the main sections of the painting are complete, it’s time to add more details. This painting is meant to look abstract, so don’t be too precise with where you place your leaf detailing. We added several straight rows of brown paint to the ground using the dabbing technique. We also added more color variations in the tree leaves.
Hang Up Your Finished Fall Painting
The great thing about acrylic paint is that it’s very forgiving. If there is a section of the painting that you don’t like, rub off any texture, wait for the paint to dry completely, then paint over it. Experiment with different colors and have fun while you paint. If you’re completely stuck, take a break and step away from the painting. When you return, take a photo of the painting with your phone and examine what parts you wish to change, and then start from there. Good luck!
