Winter landscapes have a quiet magic that’s irresistible to capture on canvas.
If you’re looking for an easy winter landscape with snowy pine trees and impasto, this project is perfect for you!
Using a compact 4×4 inch sketchbook, I painted a serene winter scene with a purple sky, misty distant pine trees, and textured snowy foreground created with thick, layered paint.
This beginner-friendly project is a wonderful way to explore impasto techniques and bring a touch of winter’s beauty into your art.
If you want to learn more, check out my Snowy Pines Masterclass.
Snowy Pines Masterclass
Master the Art of Snowy Pine Trees & capture Winter landscapes with ease
- Master snowy pine trees: Learn to paint 9 unique styles using 4 different brushes
- Perfect your winter landscapes: Create 10 stunning projects
- Bring your winter vision to life
“This class has been a game-changer for me. I’ve tried painting pine trees before, but they never turned out right. Now, thanks to Debasree’s tips, I can finally create the winter scenes I’ve always wanted.” — Priya S.
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MATERIALS YOU NEED
Acrylic Colors:
- Purple
- Crimson red
- Cadmium red
- Black
- White
Surface:
- I painted on an A4 sketchbook with watercolor paper.
Brushes:
- I used a size 4 filbert brush which is perfect for this canvas size. If you are painting bigger, then switch to a size that is proportionate with your painting surface.
- Size 1 & 2 round brush
Get my exact supply list for acrylic paintings, with helpful color mixing tips that you can start implementing right away!
Painting Steps:
Start with a Purple Sky: Blend lavender into white for a dreamy, misty background that sets the tone for the painting.
Add Distant Pine Trees: Paint faint, blurry pine trees in dark purple or gray to create depth and a sense of mist in the distance.
Paint Foreground Trees: Use darker purple for bold, simple pine trees in the foreground. These should contrast with the soft, misty background.
Apply Textured Snow with Impasto: Use a palette knife or flat brush to layer thick white paint for the snowy foreground. Keep the texture uneven to mimic natural snowdrifts.
Final Touches: Blend hints of lavender or blue into the snow while it’s wet for added depth, and add highlights or shadows for finishing details.
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This mini painting is a delightful way to practice impasto techniques while creating a serene winter scene. The snowy pine trees, purple sky, and textured impasto snow make it unique yet approachable. If you’ve been searching for an easy winter landscape with snowy pine trees and impasto, this is your chance to give it a try.
If you enjoyed this tutorial, you’ll love my Snowy Pines Masterclass, where I teach you how to paint stunning snowy pine trees using a variety of brushes and techniques. In the class, you’ll explore creating vibrant winter landscapes, learn the art of acrylic blending, and even craft unique resin coasters and handmade greeting cards.
It’s a complete, hands-on course designed to boost your confidence and skills while creating breathtaking winter-inspired art. Join me and discover how fun and rewarding painting snowy scenes can be!
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