plate no. 7165
Brno
Ivan Grohar, 1899
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting figures in a complex interior space and understanding how to create depth through atmospheric perspective and subtle color variations.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 20 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light sketch to map out the composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the main elements of the room.
- step 02
Establish the overall value structure by blocking in the dark and light areas with thin washes of color.
- step 03
Start building up the colors of the background, paying attention to the subtle shifts in tone and temperature.
- step 04
Focus on the figures, working from general shapes to more specific details, and capturing the unique characteristics of each person.
- step 05
Pay close attention to the lighting and how it affects the colors and values of the scene.
- step 06
Refine the details, such as the clothing, faces, and objects on the table, using smaller brushes and more precise strokes.
- step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and dimension.
- step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a cohesive and harmonious overall effect.
color palette
primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · ivory black · titanium white
secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue
Achieve the muted tones by mixing earth tones with white and small amounts of other colors. Use glazes to create depth and subtle color variations.
techniques
- ·underpainting
- ·glazing
- ·scumbling
- ·dry brushing
- ·atmospheric perspective
common pitfalls
- →Getting bogged down in details too early.
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure.
- →Overworking the colors and losing the freshness of the original.
- →Ignoring the subtle shifts in tone and temperature.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas 18x24
- ·burnt umber oil paint
- ·raw sienna oil paint
- ·ivory black oil paint
- ·titanium white oil paint
- ·round brushes (sizes 2, 4, 6)
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·medium gloss
- ·easel
Use high-quality oil paints for best results. Consider using a toned canvas to simplify the underpainting process.
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