Topics discussed include how to: Create rough and fine textures, convey warm and cool light; paint soil, snow, mountain slopes, trees, cottages, skies, and distance; describe scenes realistically and as abstractions; handle architectural detail and close-ups of farm objects; harmonize and balance contrasting shapes, patterns, and textures; express summer, winter and spring sunlight and bright, shimmering light; and direct and eye to the center of interest through values, line, and pattern.