Paint a complete landscape in under an hour using broad brush strokes, atmospheric perspective, and value blocking for concept art workflows.

Step 1: Block In Values

1200×800px canvas. Use a large soft brush to block sky (light blue), ground (dark green-brown), and horizon line.

Step 2: Establish Focal Point

Paint the main feature — a mountain, tree, or building — with mid-tone values. Keep edges loose.

Step 3: Atmospheric Perspective

Make distant elements lighter and bluer. Near elements warmer and more saturated.

Step 4: Detail Pass

Switch to smaller brushes (20–40px). Add texture to foreground rocks, foliage clusters, and cloud formations.

Step 5: Light Direction

Determine light source (upper left). Add warm highlights on lit surfaces, cool shadows opposite.

Step 6: Refine Edges

Use a textured brush to break up hard edges. Add lost-and-found edges for painterly feel.

Step 7: Color Harmony Finish

Add a Gradient Map adjustment at 15% opacity for unified color palette. Sign your work!

That's it! You've completed this tutorial. Experiment with the techniques and share your results with the Designstacks community.