plate no. 0572

After the Storm

Istvan Farkas, 1934

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfigureslandscapebuildingstreespathfence

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes and using expressive brushstrokes to convey mood. It also provides practice in mixing muted color palettes.

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 figures and the landscape elements.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes, paying attention to the overall value structure.
step 03
Develop the sky and background, blending colors to create a sense of atmosphere.
step 04
Add details to the figures, focusing on capturing their forms with simple shapes and expressive brushstrokes.
step 05
Refine the landscape elements, adding texture and detail to the trees, buildings, and path.
step 06
Create the fence using short, broken brushstrokes.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and value contrast to achieve the desired mood.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · white · black · purple · green

secondary · brown · pink

Achieve the muted tones by mixing complementary colors and adding white or black to adjust the value. Use purple and white to create the sky. Mix brown and green for the ground.

techniques