plate no. 0569

Assumption of Mary Magdalene

canvas, oilBaroquereligious paintingfigureangelsskycloudsbooklandscape

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery rendering, and creating atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in capturing dynamic poses and complex compositions.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the main figure and angels.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, landscape, and figures using thin washes.
step 03
Develop the values and forms of the main figure, paying attention to the drapery folds and light source.
step 04
Add details to the angels, including their wings and facial features.
step 05
Refine the background landscape and sky, creating depth and atmosphere.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create a sense of volume and realism.
step 07
Paint the book in the foreground, paying attention to the texture of the pages.
step 08
Glaze and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · raw umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · alizarin crimson · burnt sienna · ivory black

Achieve skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red. Create atmospheric blues by layering ultramarine and white. Use raw umber and white for the landscape, adding touches of blue and green for depth.

techniques