
plate no. 9726
approach — 8 steps
Lightly sketch the outline of the girl's head, shoulders, and scarf, paying attention to proportions.
Apply a light wash of diluted yellow ochre and raw sienna to the skin areas as a base layer.
Build up the skin tones gradually using thin washes of red, brown, and purple, focusing on shadows and highlights.
Paint the hair using a mix of browns and blacks, creating loose, flowing strokes to suggest texture.
Add the red scarf with a mix of red and a touch of brown, leaving some white areas for highlights.
Paint the dark jacket with a mix of black and brown, using a wet-on-wet technique to create soft edges.
Add details such as the eyes, lips, and jewelry with a fine brush.
Soften edges and add final touches to create a cohesive and atmospheric effect.
color palette
primary · yellow ochre · raw sienna · burnt sienna · alizarin crimson
secondary · ultramarine blue · ivory black · purple
Achieve skin tones by layering diluted washes of yellow ochre, raw sienna, burnt sienna, and alizarin crimson. Mix browns and blacks for the hair and jacket. Use a touch of ultramarine blue to cool down the shadows.
techniques
common pitfalls
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
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Use high-quality watercolor paints and paper for best results. Experiment with different brush sizes and techniques to achieve the desired effects.
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