Fall Foliage Birch Tree

I also oil paint.  I know that this is my photography page, but I thought you wouldn't mind if I showed this off!

 

First, I painted the background.  I had a hard time trying to get the clouds to look more natural (which you cannot tell they are clouds here, sigh!), I actually used a paper towel!

Next, after the background sky dried (about 5 days), I took my time (which is a huge accomplishment for me!) to paint the trunk and branches.  I took my time to make sure it looked real as much as I could.

After a couple of days (the trunk dried much faster than the background), I used a bunch of different brushes to paint the leaves.  I wasn't as pleased as I should have been with the leaves, but that's ok.

I am, overall (after my slight disappointment over the leaves) was pleased with my painting!  I am especially proud of it since I have a horrible time, historically, with painting nature.  I do much better with animals. ;)