plate no. 6668

Bellflowers

Tetyana Yablonska, 2005

pastel, paperImpressionismflower paintingflowersvasestill lifebellflowersfloral arrangement

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive mark-making with pastels and understanding color relationships to create depth and form. It also encourages a loose, impressionistic style.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the vase and flower arrangement.
step 02
Establish the background color with light, broad strokes of pastel.
step 03
Block in the main color areas of the flowers (purple, blue) and vase (green).
step 04
Add darker values to create shadows and define the form of the vase and flowers.
step 05
Introduce lighter values to highlight areas and create a sense of light.
step 06
Layer different colors within the flowers and vase to add depth and complexity.
step 07
Use short, expressive strokes to suggest the texture of the flowers and foliage.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the overall composition as needed.

color palette

primary · purple · green · blue

secondary · white · grey · yellow · black

Mix different shades of purple by blending blues and reds. Create variations in green by adding yellow or blue. Use white and grey to lighten and darken colors.

techniques