plate no. 9257

116. Sugatami Bridge, Omokage Bridge and Jariba at Takata

woodblock printUkiyo-elandscapebridgeriverfigureslandscapetreessky

some experience helpful

This painting is great for learning about color blocking and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. Students will practice simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and flat colors.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes: horizon line, mountain, river, bridge.
step 02
Block in the sky with a gradient from dark blue to light orange.
step 03
Fill in the mountain and trees with dark green, adding a hint of red for the reflected light.
step 04
Paint the river with a flat yellow, adding subtle variations for depth.
step 05
Add the bridge structure with dark brown and the bridge surface with gray-green.
step 06
Paint the figures with simple shapes and colors.
step 07
Add details like the houses and trees in the background.
step 08
Outline key elements with a fine brush to define shapes.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Yellow ochre · Emerald green · Crimson red

secondary · Burnt umber · Titanium white · Gray

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and prussian blue. Achieve the river color by using yellow ochre with a touch of white. Create the sky gradient by blending blue, white, and a touch of red.

techniques