plate no. 2142

Awabi divers

oilUkiyo-emythological paintingfigurewaterrockstreesmythological creatureslandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in line drawing, color layering, and creating a sense of depth through subtle value changes. It also offers practice in depicting figures in a stylized manner.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes: the figure, rocks, water flow, and tree branches.
step 02
Outline the key elements with a fine brush or pen, paying attention to the linework style.
step 03
Begin layering in the base colors for the sky and water, using diluted washes.
step 04
Add darker tones to the rocks and tree branches to define their form.
step 05
Paint the figure's skin tone with light washes, building up the shadows gradually.
step 06
Apply the red color to the figure's garment, creating folds and highlights.
step 07
Add details to the faces and other key areas.
step 08
Refine the linework and add any final touches.

color palette

primary · red · beige · black · green

secondary · brown · gray · white

Mix beige using white, a touch of yellow ochre, and a tiny bit of burnt umber. Achieve the greens by mixing yellow and blue, adjusting the ratio for different shades.

techniques