plate no. 5842

Autumn Day

Petros Malayan, 1973

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingstreescityscapehousesfencesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and atmosphere, as well as simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and values. It will also help with creating texture using visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and fence.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure with a thin wash of neutral gray or brown.
step 03
Begin layering in the darker tones, focusing on the shadows and areas of contrast.
step 04
Introduce the local colors of the buildings and trees, keeping the values consistent with the overall tone.
step 05
Add details such as windows, branches, and fence posts, using a smaller brush.
step 06
Refine the colors and values, paying attention to the subtle variations in tone.
step 07
Add final touches, such as highlights and texture, to bring the painting to life.
step 08
Consider a thin glaze to unify the colors.

color palette

primary · raw umber · burnt sienna · ivory black

secondary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · cadmium red light

Mix raw umber and ivory black for the dark grays. Use burnt sienna and yellow ochre for the warm tones of the buildings. Add a touch of ultramarine blue to darken the shadows and create a sense of depth.

techniques

·dry brushing
·layering
·scumbling
·color mixing
·glazing

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early in the process.
→Creating too much contrast, which can flatten the image.
→Using colors that are too saturated, which can detract from the overall mood.
→Not establishing a clear value structure before adding color.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas
·raw umber oil paint
·burnt sienna oil paint
·ivory black oil paint
·yellow ochre oil paint
·round brushes (various sizes)
·flat brushes (various sizes)
·linseed oil

optional

·palette knife
·medium gloss
·turpentine

Use a canvas with a medium texture to help create the desired brushstroke effect. Consider using a limited palette to simplify the color mixing process.

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