plate no. 8569

Basket Makers in Naples

oilRealismgenre paintingfiguresbuildingsarchitecturestonecourtyardsky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering textures like stone and fabric, as well as capturing the effects of light and shadow on complex forms. It also provides practice in depicting figures in a realistic setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings and figures.
step 02
Establish the main light source and map out areas of light and shadow.
step 03
Begin blocking in the large shapes of the buildings and figures with thin washes of color.
step 04
Develop the textures of the stone walls using broken brushstrokes and varying values.
step 05
Add details to the figures, paying attention to the folds of their clothing and their facial features.
step 06
Refine the colors and values throughout the painting, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 07
Add final highlights and details to bring the painting to life.
step 08
Step back and make any necessary adjustments to the composition or color balance.

color palette

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

secondary · burnt sienna · cadmium red light · viridian

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining raw umber, yellow ochre, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue and white for the sky. Add small amounts of cadmium red light to warm up the browns and grays.

techniques