plate no. 5077

25. Tarleton Canal After the Langlois Bridge at Arles 2017 by Anthony D. Padgett (after Van Gogh Arles 1888)

Anthony Padgett, 2017

oilPointillismsymbolic paintingcanalbridgefiguretreeswatersky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in applying visible brushstrokes to create texture and form, and in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and colors. Students will also practice capturing reflections in water using broken color.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the bridge, figure, and trees.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color: sky, water, land, and the figure's clothing.
step 03
Add darker values to define shadows and create depth.
step 04
Begin applying visible brushstrokes to build up texture in the sky, water, and foliage.
step 05
Mix lighter values and apply highlights to create a sense of light and form.
step 06
Refine the details of the bridge, including the railings and 'STOP' sign.
step 07
Add details to the figure, focusing on the face and hands.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a cohesive and expressive painting.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · yellow ochre · sap green

secondary · burnt umber · cadmium red · cerulean blue

Mix various shades of blue and white for the sky and water. Use yellow ochre and burnt umber for the land. Combine sap green with yellow ochre and ultramarine blue for different shades of green.

techniques