plate no. 8717
City Scape (Ceramic)
suitable for beginners
This piece is great for practicing simplified shapes and color blocking. Students can learn to create a stylized cityscape using basic geometric forms and limited color palette.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 6 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings and landscape lightly on the surface.
- step 02
Outline the shapes with a thin black line.
- step 03
Block in the primary colors for each shape, keeping the colors flat and distinct.
- step 04
Add secondary colors to create depth and interest.
- step 05
Introduce small details like windows and doors with black lines.
- step 06
Add a background color to fill the negative space.
- step 07
Refine the lines and colors as needed.
- step 08
Add final details and highlights.
color palette
primary · light blue · white · black · pink
secondary · yellow · green · brown
Mix white with a touch of blue to achieve the light blue background. Create variations of pink by mixing red and white.
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·outlining
- ·geometric abstraction
- ·color blocking
common pitfalls
- →overcomplicating the shapes
- →using too many colors
- →uneven line work
- →lack of planning
materials
surface · ceramic plate or tile
required
- ·ceramic plate or tile
- ·acrylic paints
- ·fine-tipped paintbrushes
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
- ·palette
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·varnish
- ·tracing paper
Ensure the ceramic surface is clean and dry before painting. Use acrylic paints specifically designed for ceramics for better adhesion.
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