plate no. 5406

Bouquet of Flowers

Georges Valmier, 1930

oilCubismflower paintingabstractflowersgeometric shapesstill lifecubism

suitable for beginners

This painting is great for learning about color blocking and geometric abstraction. Students can practice simplifying complex forms into basic shapes and using a limited color palette effectively.

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 and their placement on the canvas.
step 02
Divide the canvas into the distinct color areas.
step 03
Begin by painting the background colors (white and light green).
step 04
Fill in the larger shapes with their respective colors (red, blue, green, yellow).
step 05
Add the smaller details like the circles and wavy lines.
step 06
Refine the edges of each shape for a clean, crisp look.
step 07
Add any final touches or corrections.
step 08
Let dry completely.

color palette

primary · red · blue · green · yellow

secondary · white · light green · tan

Mix white with small amounts of yellow, green, or blue to create the lighter shades. Use a touch of black to darken the green.

techniques

·color blocking
·geometric abstraction
·flat color application
·clean edges
·layering

common pitfalls

→Overmixing colors, resulting in muddy tones.
→Inaccurate shape placement, disrupting the composition.
→Uneven color application, creating a patchy look.
→Not allowing paint to dry between layers, causing colors to blend unintentionally.