plate no. 2575
Carpenter
Kazimir Malevich, 1927
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using expressive brushstrokes to convey texture and form. It also encourages exploration of non-naturalistic color palettes.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the figure, buildings, and landscape, focusing on proportions and composition.
- step 02
Block in the main color areas using simplified, flat tones.
- step 03
Add layers of color to create depth and variation within each area.
- step 04
Define the edges of shapes with bold, visible brushstrokes.
- step 05
Introduce highlights and shadows to enhance the form of the figure and buildings.
- step 06
Add details like the fence, dog, and facial features with expressive brushwork.
- step 07
Refine the overall composition and color balance.
- step 08
Add final details and touch-ups to complete the painting.
color palette
primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white · red
secondary · ultramarine blue · sap green · black
Mix various shades of yellow ochre with burnt umber and white to create the warm tones of the buildings and fence. Use ultramarine blue and white for the sky and accents. Mix greens from blue and yellow.
techniques
- ·blocking in
- ·expressive brushstrokes
- ·color layering
- ·simplification of form
- ·impasto
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details and losing the expressive quality.
- →Using too many colors and creating a muddy effect.
- →Failing to simplify the forms and creating a cluttered composition.
- →Not capturing the bold, visible brushstrokes.
- →Incorrect proportions of the figure
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·assorted brushes
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·varnish
- ·easel
Use a medium-grain canvas to allow for texture. Consider using a limited palette to simplify color mixing.
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