plate no. 1806

Agonia e Morte de São Francisco

oilBaroquereligious paintingangelscloudsfigurelandscapeskullreligious

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, creating atmospheric perspective, and rendering cloud formations. Students will also learn to mix subtle color variations to create depth and form.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and landscape elements, paying attention to proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and clouds.
step 03
Develop the figures, focusing on the light and shadow to create form.
step 04
Add details to the landscape, including the buildings and trees.
step 05
Refine the details of the angels and their wings, paying attention to the delicate features.
step 06
Paint the still life elements, such as the skull and snake, with careful attention to detail.
step 07
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall depth and realism.
step 08
Glaze with thin layers of color to unify the painting and create a sense of atmosphere.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · raw sienna

Mix various shades of brown using burnt umber, yellow ochre, and white. Create the sky and clouds by mixing white with small amounts of blue and yellow. Achieve skin tones by mixing white, red, and yellow ochre.

techniques