plate no. 0924

By the Pond. Portrait of Margaryta Murashko

Oleksandr Murashko, 1913

oilImpressionismportraitfigurepondportraitchairfoliagewater

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in broken color techniques and capturing light and shadow with visible brushstrokes. It also provides practice in depicting a figure within a landscape setting.

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 placement of the figure, chair, and pond.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the background, figure, and chair using thin washes.
step 03
Begin applying thicker paint with visible brushstrokes, layering colors to create depth and texture.
step 04
Focus on capturing the light and shadow on the figure and chair, using contrasting colors.
step 05
Add details to the face and clothing, using smaller brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the background, adding highlights and shadows to the foliage and water.
step 07
Step back and assess the overall composition, making any necessary adjustments.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson

secondary · viridian · violet · orange

Mix greens by combining cadmium yellow and viridian. Create violet by mixing ultramarine blue and alizarin crimson. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques