plate no. 0356
Bouleternère
study guide
est. 12 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and perspective lines of the buildings and landscape.
- step 02
Establish the horizon line and the overall composition.
- step 03
Begin with a light wash of diluted blue for the sky, leaving space for the cloud.
- step 04
Apply a light wash of grey-brown to the buildings, establishing the base tone.
- step 05
Layer in darker tones to define shadows and architectural details.
- step 06
Add the red-brown color for the roofs, varying the intensity for depth.
- step 07
Use a fine brush to add details like windows, doors, and architectural trim.
- step 08
Finish with subtle washes of green for the landscape at the base.
color palette
primary · raw umber · burnt sienna · cerulean blue
secondary · yellow ochre · sap green · ivory black
Mix raw umber and cerulean blue for the grey tones of the buildings. Vary the intensity by adding more water or a touch of burnt sienna. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna for the roof tiles, adjusting the ratio for different shades.
techniques
- ·layering washes
- ·dry brushing
- ·linear perspective
- ·color mixing
- ·rendering architectural details
common pitfalls
- →overworking the details
- →losing the light and shadow balance
- →inaccurate perspective
- →muddying the colors
materials
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
required
- ·watercolor paper 140lb
- ·watercolor paints
- ·round brushes (sizes 2, 6, 10)
- ·flat brush (1/2 inch)
- ·palette
- ·water container
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
optional
- ·masking fluid
- ·ruler
- ·watercolor pencils
Use high-quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling and allow for multiple washes. Experiment with different brush sizes to achieve varying levels of detail.
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