Gem Painting Practice Sheet - Pearls

A great way to practice painting pearls.  

Print on Fabriano Tiziano, Canson Mi-Teintes or other paper suitable for gouache.

We recommend Windsor & Newton gouache and da Vinci brushes. (others are available)

Tips:

• Pearls have lustre and shine - they show so many colours so don't be scared to get colourful - even if it's a white pearl!
• Use zinc white to mix the softer colours.
• For your highlights, you can use permanent white, white pencil or even acrylic marker pens! Do what feels best and brightest!
• Remember, your pearl is off the ground a lot more than cabochons or facets - make sure your shadow shows this.
• Not all pearl surfaces are the same!  Conch and Melo have a flame-like, porcelain surface. Check out the real thing before you paint!
• Try not to spill your water pot, like I did!

More than anything, make it yours!  Experiment, have fun and create something unique! 

And please do show us - tag us on Instagram @getstonedfair