plate no. 9757

A Snowy Monday

Lilla Cabot Perry, 1926

oilImpressionismlandscapehousetreessnowwinterlandscapelaundry

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and depicting the effects of light on snow. It also provides practice in rendering tree branches and architectural details with loose brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the house, trees, and landscape, paying attention to proportions and perspective.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in the sky and snow with thin washes of color.
step 03
Begin layering colors to define the forms of the trees, using a variety of greens, browns, and blues.
step 04
Paint the house, focusing on the subtle variations in color and value on the walls and roof.
step 05
Add details such as the windows, chimney, and laundry line, using smaller brushes.
step 06
Create the impression of snow by using short, broken brushstrokes and varying the colors from white to blue to gray.
step 07
Refine the details and add highlights to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · titanium white · ultramarine blue · burnt umber

secondary · sap green · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson

Mix various shades of gray and blue for the snow and sky. Use a combination of greens and browns for the trees, and add touches of yellow and red for warmth.

techniques