Tonal Values and Aerial Perspective: Correct Two Common Mistakes to Transform Your Pictures.

In this class we will learn the importance or both tonal values and aerial perspective and the two very common mistakes that many people make. We will discover that these two aspects of our paintings, if used correctly, can completely transform our paintings and drawings to something that has excitement and impact!

Covering:

• How tonal values and aerial perspective are intrinsically linked
• The five important aspects of atmospheric perspective
• How correct tonal values can give your work depth and distance
• Tonal values are more important than colour
• The importance of planning a painting to make tonal values work for you
• Two ways to check that your tonal values are correct
• How to correctly use aerial perspective in painting or drawing skies

I will supply you with an example of a painting done both with and without tonal values so you can see the vast difference that tone can make in a picture. I will show you examples of simple paintings done in just one colour to emphasize the importance of tonal values and contrast.

This class is especially suitable for beginners.  It will also be useful for anyone who maybe wondering why their pictures lack the 'wow' factor that they see in other people's work. The project at the end of the class can be done using any medium you like. You can even do the project in digital form if you prefer. Throughout the class there will be small visual and practical tasks, top tips and recaps at the end of the lessons. Completing this class will give you the skills to very simply bring your paintings and drawings to a whole new level!

This class is for you if you:

• Are not sure how tonal values and aerial perspective are closely linked
• Have wondered why your work lacks that feeling of depth and distance, especially in landscape pictures
• Want to use a limited palette but are not sure how to give the painting some impact
• Not sure how to plan a painting to make the best use of tonal values.

So, come with me on an exciting journey  and by the end of the class, you will

• Be able to produce pictures in any medium that have impact, even if you have only used one colour
• Know how aerial perspective and tonal values are intrinsically linked
• Understand that tonal value (tonal contrast) is more important than colour

I'll see you in the first class!