A Virgem em Majestade

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · ivory black · rose madder · yellow ochre · cerulean blue

secondary · gold · burnt umber · sap green

Achieve the muted tones by mixing complementary colors and adding white or black. Use thin glazes of color to create depth and luminosity.

techniques

• ·glazing
• ·scumbling
• ·dry brushing
• ·underpainting
• ·figure drawing

common pitfalls

• →Overworking the details too early in the process.
• →Using colors that are too bright or saturated.
• →Failing to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
• →Ignoring the subtle value changes in the drapery.