plate no. 6983

A Portrait of Sun Duoci

oilRealismportraitportraitfigurechairstatuesindoordress

some experience helpful

This painting provides an opportunity to practice portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering fabric. Students can also develop skills in depicting complex shapes like the rocking chair and creating a sense of depth through layering.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the overall composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and the chair.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and values using thin washes of color.
step 03
Establish the background, paying attention to the subtle variations in tone.
step 04
Begin to refine the figure's features, focusing on accurate proportions and likeness.
step 05
Develop the details of the dress and chair, adding highlights and shadows.
step 06
Work on the background elements, such as the statues, adding details as needed.
step 07
Refine the overall painting, adjusting values and colors as necessary.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ivory black · titanium white · raw umber · burnt umber

secondary · cerulean blue · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining ivory black, titanium white, raw umber, and burnt umber. Use cerulean blue to create the subtle blue tones in the dress and scarf. Add yellow ochre to warm up the browns and create highlights.

techniques