plate no. 3243

Branevo

Petros Malayan, 1972

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingstreescityscapehousesskyfoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering washes and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also encourages simplification of complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings and trees, focusing on composition.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted yellow ochre and raw umber to the entire canvas as a base.
step 03
Begin layering washes of green and brown for the foliage, varying the intensity to create depth.
step 04
Paint the buildings with diluted washes of white, yellow, and blue, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and roof tiles, using a smaller brush.
step 06
Paint the tree branches with a thin brush, using a mix of black and brown.
step 07
Add final touches and highlights to the painting, adjusting values and colors as needed.
step 08
Let dry and add a protective varnish.