plate no. 7165

112. Atagoshita and Yabu Lane

woodblock printUkiyo-ecityscapesnowbuildingsfigurestreesrivercityscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and perspective, as well as practicing precise line work for architectural details and natural forms.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, including the buildings, trees, river, and figures.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue wash, blending to a pinkish hue near the horizon.
step 03
Establish the base colors for the buildings and river, using muted tones.
step 04
Add the snow details on the roofs, branches, and ground with white or light gray.
step 05
Paint the figures with simple shapes and colors, paying attention to their positions and clothing.
step 06
Define the trees and foliage with darker greens and browns, adding snow highlights.
step 07
Refine the details of the buildings, including the lines of the walls and windows.
step 08
Add final touches, such as the birds in the sky and the reflections in the river.

color palette

primary · light blue · white · brown · dark blue

secondary · pink · green · gray · red

Mix light blues by adding white to a deeper blue. Achieve muted tones by mixing complementary colors. Create the pinkish sky by blending red and white into the blue.

techniques

·layering
·linear perspective
·color blending
·negative space
·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details and losing the simplicity of the original.
→Creating colors that are too bright or saturated.
→Failing to establish a clear sense of depth and perspective.
→Inaccurate proportions of the buildings and figures.

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb

required

·Watercolor paints or gouache
·Round brushes (various sizes)
·Watercolor paper
·Pencil
·Eraser
·Palette
·Water container
·Paper towels

optional

·ruler
·masking fluid
·palette knife

Using high-quality watercolor paper will help prevent buckling and allow for better blending. Consider using a limited palette to simplify the color mixing process.

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