plate no. 9867

Aimable-jean-jacques Pélissier, Duc De Malakoff, Maréchal De France

oilRomanticismportraitportraitfiguremilitary uniformlandscapeskyhistorical

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and capturing likeness, as well as rendering complex textures and details in clothing and accessories. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth and atmosphere in the background.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 40 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the overall composition and proportions of the figure.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and values using thin washes of color.
step 03
Begin to refine the facial features, paying close attention to the light and shadow.
step 04
Develop the details of the uniform, including the gold embroidery and medals.
step 05
Work on the background, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 06
Add highlights and details to the figure and uniform to create a sense of realism.
step 07
Refine the edges and transitions between colors.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · ivory black · titanium white · cadmium red · yellow ochre

secondary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · gold

Mix various shades of gray and brown for the background and ground. Use white and yellow ochre to create highlights on the uniform and face. Mix red and yellow ochre for the sash.

techniques