plate no. 3265

Bridge of Saint Medard at Midday

oilDivisionismlandscapebridgewatertreeslandscapereflectionfoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in pointillism and color mixing to create subtle variations in light and shadow. It's also a good exercise in capturing reflections in water.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the bridge, water, and tree placement.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by applying thin washes of color to the canvas.
step 03
Begin building up layers of small, distinct dots of color, starting with the darkest areas.
step 04
Focus on the bridge, using varying shades of blues, purples, and browns to create depth and texture.
step 05
Move to the water, using horizontal strokes and reflections of the surrounding environment.
step 06
Add the trees and foliage, using greens, yellows, and blues to create a sense of vibrancy.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the color balance as needed.
step 08
Add final highlights to create a sense of light and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · alizarin crimson

secondary · viridian green · cadmium yellow · burnt umber

Mix blues and reds for the bridge shadows; yellows and blues for the greens of the foliage; white with blues and yellows for the sky and water reflections.

techniques