plate no. 0047
Chiesa Ed Ex-collegio Gesuitico Di San Michele
Giuseppe Barberis, 1893
some experience helpful
Recreating this image will help students develop skills in linear perspective, architectural rendering, and creating depth through value changes. Students will also learn to simplify complex details into basic shapes.
technical profile
palette complexity
1
brushwork visibility
1
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the basic shapes and perspective of the building and surrounding structures.
- step 02
Focus on the main lines of the building, ensuring accurate proportions and angles.
- step 03
Add details to the facade, including windows, columns, and decorative elements.
- step 04
Use hatching and cross-hatching to create shadows and highlights, defining the form of the building.
- step 05
Pay attention to the direction of light and shadow to create depth and dimension.
- step 06
Add details to the surrounding street and figures, using similar techniques to create a sense of place.
- step 07
Refine the details and add final touches to complete the drawing.
- step 08
Erase any unnecessary sketch lines.
color palette
primary · black · white
secondary ·
Vary the density of hatching to create shades of gray.
techniques
- ·hatching
- ·cross-hatching
- ·linear perspective
- ·architectural rendering
- ·value shading
common pitfalls
- →Inaccurate perspective can distort the building's appearance.
- →Overcomplicating the details can make the drawing look cluttered.
- →Inconsistent shading can flatten the image.
- →Ignoring the direction of light can make the shadows look unnatural.
materials
surface · drawing paper
required
- ·sketchbook
- ·graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B)
- ·eraser
- ·ruler
- ·sharpener
- ·drawing paper
optional
- ·tortillon
- ·kneaded eraser
- ·compass
Use a variety of pencil grades to achieve different values. Start with lighter grades for sketching and darker grades for shading.
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