plate no. 9648

Between Christmas and New Aсo

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)interiorinteriorfigurebabyfurnituredoorcabinet

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting interior spaces, capturing soft lighting, and rendering figures with gentle expressions. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth and atmosphere through color and value.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by applying thin washes of color to the background and larger objects.
step 03
Begin building up layers of color, gradually adding details and refining shapes.
step 04
Focus on capturing the soft, diffused light by using subtle variations in value and color.
step 05
Pay close attention to the details of the furniture and decorative elements.
step 06
Render the figures with gentle, expressive brushstrokes, focusing on capturing their likeness and mood.
step 07
Add final details and highlights to create depth and visual interest.
step 08
Review and adjust the painting as needed to achieve a cohesive and harmonious composition.