plate no. 7210

Arco Di Cesare Augusto a Susa

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some experience helpful

Recreating this image will help students develop skills in linework, cross-hatching, and creating depth through varying line weight and density. It also provides practice in rendering architectural details and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch of the overall composition, focusing on the arch and its placement within the scene.
step 02
Refine the sketch, adding details to the arch, buildings, and landscape.
step 03
Start adding linework to the arch, defining its structure and details with varying line weights.
step 04
Use cross-hatching to create shadows and depth on the arch and surrounding buildings.
step 05
Add texture to the ground and foliage using a variety of linework techniques.
step 06
Develop the background mountains with light, parallel lines.
step 07
Refine the details and add final touches to enhance the overall contrast and depth.
step 08
Erase any unnecessary sketch lines.