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Class Description

Get ready to elevate your realism skills in this detailed step-by-step painting class where we’ll focus on capturing the rich tones and glossy finish of a beautiful bunch of berries surrounded by fresh green leaves.

In this class, we’ll explore the subtleties of light, form, and texture—guiding you through each element from the background shadows to the finishing highlights. Whether you’re building your botanical portfolio or simply love realism, this is a perfect class for honing your observation and brush control.

🎨 In This Lesson You Will Learn:

🌑 Why painting shadows first sets the stage for realism
🍃 How to paint vibrant, dimensional leaves
🌿 How to render fine twigs and branches with natural variation
🫐 How to paint berries with depth, roundness, and gloss
💡 How to use light and reflection to bring your subject to life

Master the Details of Nature

With close attention to form and contrast, you’ll gain confidence in painting natural objects with a high level of realism. By the end of this class, you’ll have a stunning botanical artwork that feels like it’s ready to be picked right off the canvas.

Let’s dive in and bring this beautiful berry bunch to life—brush by brush!

You Will Need

  • 16"x20" (500mm x400mm) Canvas or similar
  • These paints: Titanium White, Crimson, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cerulean Blue, Sap Green, Paynes Grey
  • Set of bristle brushes
  • 1/4" (1cm) Soft filbert brush
  • Painting medium
  • Rigger brush
  • Fine liners