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Urban Sketching Workshop - Mastering the MUTED Palette

Welcome to another immersive urban sketching workshop! In this video, we’ll take a deep dive into the subtle power of muted colour palettes and how to master them in your watercolour sketches. Whether you're looking to refine your painting technique or explore the artistic beauty of atmospheric tones, this session is packed with practical insights, colour-mixing tips, and live commentary. We begin with establishing the direction of light—a key part of creating strong contrast and believable form. Even though the reference image has flat lighting, I’ve chosen to creatively introduce shadows from the top left, adding depth and drama to the sketch. I also demonstrate how to create dynamic skies with a radial gradient effect, using a custom-mixed “Payne’s Gray” composed of French Ultramarine and Van Dyke Brown. Throughout the demo, you’ll hear about my preferences for starting with the sky, the importance of pre-swatching your colours, and how I use controlled colour mixing on paper to achieve naturalistic, weathered tones that suit a British winter landscape. We go beyond standard watercolour techniques—this isn’t about the typical soft and delicate washes. I talk candidly about why I avoid overly “nice” watercolours and how muted tones can still be expressive, bold, and full of character. Using the Daniel Smith palette, I explore the balance of warm and cool hues, introducing subtle pops with Quinacridone Gold, Undersea Green, and Potter’s Pink to build layers of interest. Every decision—from the materials to the brushwork—is explained in detail, making this a perfect tutorial for intermediate to advanced watercolour artists looking to level up their tonal control. 🎥 Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Light Direction 00:17 - Creating Depth with Shadow Placement 00:40 - Custom-Mixing a Muted Sky Colour 01:03 - Why I Start with the Sky 01:24 - Colour Swatching & Mixing Insights 01:46 - Choosing and Using the Right Blues 02:06 - Layering the Sky with a Mop Brush 02:30 - My Take on Traditional Watercolours 03:02 - Balancing Delicacy and Impact 03:24 - Using a Sketchbook You Love 03:43 - Muted Tree Tones & Colour Harmony 04:05 - Creating Naturalistic Greens 04:29 - Mixing on Paper for Organic Effects 04:51 - Layering Shadows Without Overworking 05:10 - Building Your Base Washes 05:34 - Intentional White Space & Composition 05:54 - Adding Texture with Moldy Stone Effects 06:14 - Developing Wall and Roof Details 06:34 - Stonework & Payne’s Gray Variants 06:56 - Dotting for Subtle Contrast 07:14 - A Softer, More Thoughtful Approach 07:38 - Using Quinacridone Gold for Warmth 08:02 - The Importance of Variation in Shadows 08:24 - Capturing Realism in Brick Details 09:08 - Softening & Refining After Drying 09:47 - Using Potter’s Pink for Tree Detail 10:21 - Why Purple Trees Make Sense 10:46 - Lintels & Realistic Stone Shading 11:11 - A Fiddly Sketch Worth the Effort 11:34 - One Brush to Rule Them All? 11:50 - Adding Architectural Detail 12:11 - Slowing Down for Stronger Results 12:54 - Creating Foliage Textures 13:21 - Stylizing Ground with Intent 13:45 - Final Rounds of Variation & Warmth 14:09 - Fixing Compositional Distractions 14:52 - Final Shadow Mix: Going Bold 15:20 - Deep Contrast for Finishing Touches 16:03 - Committing to Strong Shadow Decisions 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoyed this workshop. Let me know below if you prefer a muted palette or bold, vivid hues in your own sketches! 🎨 SUPPORT Want to say thanks?…. Drop me a comment or a like OR why no buy me a Coffee? : https://ko-fi.com/dougjacksonart *Get 10% off the amazing Deep Deep Light watercolours by using the discount code: deepjoy* 🌟 Join the Patreon Crew! Want extended videos, ad-free content, and direct feedback on your art? Head to   / dougjacksonartlessons   and become part of a kind and supportive art community. My Shop - https://dougjacksonartwork.com/origin... My Website - https://dougjacksonartwork.com/index.... About my Materials - https://dougjacksonartwork.com/materi... Instagram -   / doug_jackson_artwork   TikTok - tiktok.com/@doug_jackson_artwork