plate no. 9014
Bazaar in Orleans
Theodore Chasseriau, 1849
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in perspective drawing, rendering architectural details, and creating a sense of depth through layering and subtle color variations.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 20 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic architectural structure, paying attention to perspective and proportions.
- step 02
Establish the main light source and map out areas of light and shadow.
- step 03
Apply a thin wash of diluted burnt sienna or raw umber to create an underpainting.
- step 04
Begin layering in the local colors of the walls, arches, and tiles, using a limited palette.
- step 05
Add details to the architectural elements, such as the tiles, columns, and arches.
- step 06
Paint the figures, paying attention to their poses and clothing.
- step 07
Add final details, such as plants, shadows, and highlights.
- step 08
Glaze with thin washes to unify the colors and create atmosphere.
color palette
primary · burnt sienna · raw umber · titanium white
secondary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · cadmium red light
Mix burnt sienna and ultramarine blue for the cooler shadows. Use white to create lighter values of the earth tones. Add small amounts of cadmium red to warm up the browns.
techniques
- ·glazing
- ·dry brushing
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·scumbling
- ·layering
common pitfalls
- →Getting the perspective wrong can ruin the entire painting.
- →Overworking the details can make the painting look stiff and unnatural.
- →Using too much paint can obscure the underpainting and flatten the image.
- →Ignoring the light source can create a confusing and unrealistic effect.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·burnt sienna oil paint
- ·raw umber oil paint
- ·titanium white oil paint
- ·ultramarine blue oil paint
- ·round brushes (sizes 2, 4, 6)
- ·flat brushes (sizes 4, 8)
- ·linseed oil
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·medium gloss
- ·odorless mineral spirits
Use high-quality oil paints for best results. A smooth canvas surface will allow for easier blending and glazing.
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