Tip # 14 Where is the sun?

If you are painting a sunny scene, it's "vraiment important" to remember to keep in mind where the sun is. At what angle are the sun rays coming into the scene and therefore what are the shadows going to look like. It has to make sense, all of it, each object with it's shadow to render the scene credible. Use a ruler to check the angles if needed. And add some light sun-kissed accent to your work and it will sing! 

Canyon falls park 20x16

Splendid idea 36x48