plate no. 1947

Bar De Puerto

Carlos Quizpez Asín, 1940

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresharborbuildingsnightwaterinterior

some experience helpful

This painting provides practice in rendering figures in a dimly lit environment and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. Students can learn to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and focus on capturing the overall mood.

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 and composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the buildings in the background.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the darkest values and gradually adding lighter tones.
step 03
Refine the shapes of the figures and buildings, paying attention to the proportions and details.
step 04
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 05
Mix and apply subtle color variations to the skin tones and clothing.
step 06
Paint the background buildings and harbor, using a limited palette to create a sense of distance.
step 07
Add details such as the wine bottle and the figures' faces.
step 08
Review and adjust the overall composition and color balance.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red light · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of brown and blue for the figures' clothing and hair. Use white to lighten the skin tones and create highlights. Mix blue and umber for the night sky.

techniques