How to Paint Trees in Acrylics lesson 2\rbr.\rbrLearn the basics of how to paint trees with acrylics to improve your landscape paintings\rbrStep 1 : Create a tree structure\rbrAll trees have different branch and trunk structures, There are also many different tree trunk colors and styles depending on which type of tree you wish to paint\rbrStep 2 : Add shadows and dark leaves\rbrWith acrylics, I find its best to work in layers - generally dark to light\rbrStep 3 : Add mid-tones\rbryou can either wait for the previous layer to dry or if you would like some blending ion go ahead and add a layer of lighter color\rbrStep 4 : Paint hightlights\rbrMost beginning artists like to overdo highlights, which can ruin the effect of light and shadow, so be careful and use sparingly. You can always add more if needed\rbrStep 5: Finalize your tree\rbrIn this step, add the lightest accents and other flare to make it your own\rbrNow that you understand the basic steps for painting a tree with acrylics, go outside, find your favorite trees and try to recreate them or add them into a new landscape painting.\rbr.....................................