Hazel Soan
LIGHT AND SHADE IN WATER COLOUR: 3 OF 3
Since tone is relative, getting the tonal balance right in a painting is a matter of judgement. There are no hard and fast rules, save that darker tones bring out lighter tones (and vice versa), and strong, dark, defined and bright tones jump forward, while soft and pale tones recede. This month I offer solutions that have helped me, but as with all things creative, you often just have to trust gut instinct!