Putting Figures into Landscapes

The human eye is naturally drawn to other human forms. Adding figures to a landscape painting instantly injects life, scale and narrative into a scene. Whether you're just starting out or have a passion for painting, this beginner-friendly workshop hosted by a professional instructor, will guide you through the art of adding figures to landscapes. A strategically placed figure provides a powerful centre of interest that anchors the entire composition and sparks the viewer's imagination about what is happening in that environment. Figures help viewers understand the scale of the environment. They add mood to your landscape…a tiny, distant figure can evoke solitude, while a group of people conveys warmth and community. In this small, friendly group we will cover: - How to 'suggest' a figure without adding too much unnecessary detail. - How to scale the figure so it 'fits' into the landscape. - How light hits a figure and helps it stand out. - The importance of shadows to 'anchor' figures in the scene.