plate no. 9059

Baku is building

oilExpressionismcityscapecityscapepower linesbuildingswaterskyindustrial

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in linear perspective, layering washes, and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in depicting complex structures with simplified forms.

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 and perspective lines of the buildings, power lines, and landscape.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted blue and gray for the sky and water, allowing colors to blend.
step 03
Add a warmer wash of ochre and brown to the land areas, varying the intensity for depth.
step 04
Layer darker washes of blue and brown to define shadows and create contrast in the water and land.
step 05
Use a fine brush to add the details of the power lines, varying the line weight for visual interest.
step 06
Define the shapes of the buildings with darker tones and add details like windows and architectural elements.
step 07
Add highlights with lighter colors to create a sense of light and form.
step 08
Review the painting and make any necessary adjustments to the colors, values, and details.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · yellow ochre

secondary · titanium white · payne's gray

Mix blues and grays for the sky and water. Use ochre and umber for the land, varying the proportions for different shades. Add white to create highlights and lighten colors.

techniques