plate no. 5639

An Afternoon in the Salon

Salvador Sánchez Barbudo, 1902

oil, canvasRomanticismhistory paintingfiguresinteriorfurnituresalonclothingarchitecture

advanced study

Recreating this painting would develop skills in rendering complex textures and patterns, as well as capturing the nuances of light and shadow in an interior scene. Students will also learn about composition and how to arrange multiple figures in a dynamic and engaging way.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 40 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of figures and furniture.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the large areas of color and value.
step 03
Develop the background elements, such as the walls, furniture, and window, paying attention to detail and texture.
step 04
Refine the figures, focusing on the folds of the clothing and the details of the faces.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 06
Work on the details of the accessories, such as the jewelry, fans, and teacups.
step 07
Adjust the overall color harmony and value contrast to create a cohesive and visually appealing painting.
step 08
Add final details and refine edges to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · red · gold · white · brown

secondary · pink · purple · green · blue

Achieve the rich reds by mixing alizarin crimson with burnt sienna and a touch of cadmium red. Create the gold tones by mixing yellow ochre with burnt umber and a touch of white. The pinks and purples are achieved by mixing the reds and blues with white.

techniques