plate no. 7038

Alisa Georgyevna Koonen

Georgy Yakulov, 1920

oil, canvasCubismportraitfiguresportraitshatsclothingindoorstable

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms into geometric shapes and using expressive brushstrokes to create texture and depth. It also provides practice in capturing light and shadow to define the figures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figures and their hats, focusing on geometric forms.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color using thin washes, establishing the overall value structure.
step 03
Begin building up layers of paint, focusing on the light and shadow patterns on the figures' faces and clothing.
step 04
Use short, directional brushstrokes to create texture and define the forms.
step 05
Mix and apply the darker tones to create depth and contrast, especially in the background and shadows.
step 06
Add highlights to the figures' faces and clothing to create a sense of volume.
step 07
Refine the details of the hats and clothing, paying attention to the folds and creases.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a harmonious and expressive result.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · emerald green · cadmium red light · ultramarine blue

Achieve the skin tones by mixing yellow ochre, burnt umber, and titanium white. Use small amounts of cadmium red light to add warmth. Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue. Darken colors with burnt umber.

techniques