![]() Because the sky undulates and I do not like plain solid colors, I use a variety of cool to warm reds. A color secret=> Begin with an under painting of reds. Your equipment for plein air night painting is the same as for daylight, however you may want to add a miner’s light to wear on your head. Take notes and then schedule time to paint out under the moonlit sky. ![]() As you know, the more you know your subject, the better the painting will flow and the more convinced your viewers will be. Spending time in the dark will give you a more convincing record of those mysterious moments of darkness and light of which few are aware. Where do the warm and cool colors come into play? How does the moonlight reflect on the landscape or water below it? If clouds are drifting through, continue your observations of the whites, yellows and blue-grays, etc. Look beyond the moon, to the left and right. If you are not a professional photographer, you will learn that night photos are not satisfactory they do not begin to tell the story of how the moon looks up there in the heavens.īefore you drop off to sleep or dreamland in your comfy chair, take note of the various colors surrounding the moon, the subtle gradations of blues, purples, grays, etc. You need a good camera, tripod, patience and photographing knowledge. Taking photos of the moon is a tricky business and I do not recommend you start there. Grab and lounge chair, lean back and ‘be’ with the moon. If possible, find a quiet place with as little city ambient light as is feasible. First and foremost, go out and spend some time with the moon in any of its phases. There are some interesting color tips that may surprise you.ġ. Let me explain to you how I have tackled the challenging subject of moonlight. But now, you go back to the well to paint a night scene and you are not satisfied with the results. It’s not a matter of talent – you’ve painted wonderful paintings of other subjects. Have you ever attempted to paint the haunting yet compelling moon?
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