Mixing Neutrals - PDF guide
Mixing Neutrals - PDF guide
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Mixing neutrals in your artwork doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you’ve ever reached for black to darken your colours and felt like your shadows or tones never looked quite right, you’re not alone.
Once I learned how to mix my own neutrals from the colours already on my palette, everything changed. Shadows became softer, highlights felt calmer, and my entire painting started to flow together naturally.
This step-by-step guide to mixing neutrals will show you just how easy it can be to create beautiful, balanced tones in your paintings - whether you work in acrylics, watercolours, oils or gouache.
Inside this PDF, you’ll discover:
- 18 Neutral colour combinations
- The exact colours I use to mix professional-quality neutrals
- Alternative colour options to achieve an ever broader range of colours
- The exact techniques I use to achieve these precise mixes every time
You can follow the colour suggestions provided or experiment with the paints on your own palette - either way, you’ll gain confidence in your colour mixing skills and take your paintings to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this tutorial cover?
In this demo, I cover step-by-step painting of a pear from start to finish. I show you my exact process, my tools, composition and more. The demonstration is pre-recorded so you may paint alongside me and pause the videos when needed.
What mediums do you use?
While the tutorial is mainly for oil painters, the concept and process applies to acrylics as well.
Do I need many supplies for this demo?
I tell you exactly what colours and materials I use for the demo.
You will need white, 2 yellows, red, blue and raw umber or raw sienna. Plus pencil and paper, canvas, board or canvas paper.
Do you offer refunds?
Because this course includes instant access to all content and bonus materials, I'm unable to offer refunds. Please feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing.
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