Clouds In Painting
Constable was never really known for pet portraits. He was, however, very well known for being fascinated by clouds and did endless studies on them. Clouds are the backdrop to a landscape and are pivitol in the way they portray the mood of the painting. Their abstract nature make them very pleasing subjects and, if you take time to study them regularly, you’ll get to know the characters and how they can be used to enhance a painting.
Cumulus Clouds are the large voluminous clouds that are white and billowy on top with a flatter darker base
Cirrus Clouds are the thinner clouds that streak across the sky with a wispy feel.
Strato-cumulus Clouds are longer ribbon-like clouds that stretch across the sky.
Clouds are made up of many colours. The whites can be a mix of cream and pale pink, the darks may be made up of red, blue and yellow tones. Perspective is also an important part of this subject, be aware of the vanishing point and how some clouds create ‘lines’ of perspective as they head towards the horizon
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