In this quick one-brush challenge, I paint a set of snowy mountains in just a few minutes—keeping it simple, calm, and beginner-friendly. The focus is on getting a convincing mountain silhouette, soft snowy light, and a sense of depth without overworking the paper. I keep the shapes clear and let the water do a lot of the heavy lifting, so you can get that misty, wintry feel even if you’re still building confidence with washes. I also show you how I use one brush to switch between broad, watery strokes for the sky and softer mountain planes, then tighten up a few key edges to suggest ridges and contrast. The big takeaway is restraint: fewer strokes, cleaner values, and letting the white of the paper act as your snow. If you’ve been stuck thinking you need lots of tools (or lots of detail) to make a landscape look good, this is a great reminder that a simple approach can still look striking—especially when you control water and timing.