Paint Better Skies in Oil | Palette Knife Clouds & Underpainting Tips

Описание: In this oil painting tutorial, I show you how to paint dramatic clouds using a palette knife combined with a simple paper towel hack. We'll also dive deep into underpainting techniques—specifically how choosing the right colours underneath can do most of the heavy lifting for you.
If you struggle with adding texture to your landscapes, I'll demonstrate how to flick in natural grass effects using a homemade paper towel tool. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your landscape painting skills, this step-by-step guide will help you build depth and light in your art.
In this video, you will learn:
How to create dramatic skies using a palette knife.
A simple paper towel hack for realistic cloud textures.
Underpainting tips to simplify your painting process.
Techniques for mixing oil paints right on the panel.
How to fix mountain colours that look "too green."

About Jori Poutanen: I’m Jori Poutanen, an oil painter based in Cairns, Australia. On this channel, I share step-by-step oil painting tutorials, colour-mixing tips, and techniques for building depth, light, and texture in your art.
My YouTube channel is dedicated to demystifying the oil painting process with straightforward techniques designed for those aged 40 and above. Since I began my oil painting journey in my 50s, I have never looked back. I continue to learn and evolve as I create my artwork.
In my videos, you’ll notice that I don’t spend excessive time mixing paint; instead, I make minor adjustments here and there while experimenting with various methods and techniques. My hope is that you’ll find inspiration in my videos, even if you don’t follow my instructions exactly.
Ultimately, it’s about your own creative expression and unique journey. Let’s embark on this exciting exploration of transformative painting ideas together!
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