plate no. 6846

Charles Fanshawe, 4th Viscount Fanshawe of Dromore

oilBaroqueportraitportraitfigurelandscapeclothinghairlace

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering fabric textures. It also provides practice in creating depth and atmosphere in a landscape background.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the proportions of the figure and the placement of the landscape elements.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, starting with the background and then moving to the figure's clothing and hair.
step 03
Develop the values and tones in the face, paying attention to the subtle shifts in light and shadow.
step 04
Refine the details of the clothing, including the folds and textures of the fabric.
step 05
Add details to the hair, using a variety of brushstrokes to create a sense of volume and movement.
step 06
Work on the landscape background, creating depth and atmosphere with layers of color and value.
step 07
Add the lace details, using a fine brush and light colors.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · titanium white · cadmium red · yellow ochre

secondary · ultramarine blue · ivory black · raw sienna

Mix various shades of brown and gray for the hair and background. Use white to lighten colors for highlights and shadows. Mix red and white for the pinkish tones in the face and clothing.

techniques