When you paint outside, the shadows move very quickly. I decided to lay in the shadow shapes first in this sketch, then add the color after. This is opposite my usual approach where I draw with ink and add watercolor, including shadows, later. I used the oil painting below "Berkeley and Boylston" as my subject for practice, mixed a couple of neutrals from ultramarine and cadmium red light. I used toned paper, which is great fun, providing a mid-range value. I then added ink drawing over the shadows, then some color on top, including white gouache for the lightest lights. Can't wait to use this approach on my next urban sketching outing. Thanks for looking. You know I love your comments.
