plate no. 1467

Bouquet of various flowers

Moise Kisling, 1927

oil, canvasPost-Impressionismflower paintingflowersvasebouquetinteriorwindowfoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors, capturing the textures of different flowers, and understanding how to create depth with contrasting values. It also provides practice in depicting floral arrangements and interior settings.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the vase, flowers, and background elements.
step 02
Establish the main areas of light and shadow with thin washes of color.
step 03
Begin layering colors on the flowers, focusing on capturing their unique textures and shapes.
step 04
Work on the background, paying attention to the interplay of light and shadow on the wall and window.
step 05
Add details to the vase, including the blue floral pattern.
step 06
Refine the highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Adjust the colors as needed to achieve a harmonious composition.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to the flowers and foliage.

color palette

primary · red · yellow · blue · white

secondary · purple · orange · green

Mix various shades of green by combining blue and yellow with small amounts of red or brown. Achieve the purples by mixing red and blue, and adjust the intensity with white or brown. Create the oranges by mixing red and yellow.

techniques