plate no. 5680

Claudine Resting

Jules Pascin, 1913

oilExpressionismnude painting (nu)figurenudechairredportrait

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in loose brushwork, color mixing for skin tones, and capturing a sense of atmosphere through muted colors and soft edges. It also provides practice in depicting the human figure in a relaxed pose.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the figure and the chair, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color with thin washes, starting with the background and chair.
step 03
Develop the skin tones using a limited palette of warm and cool colors, blending softly.
step 04
Add the red of the headscarf, varying the tone to create depth and form.
step 05
Define the figure's features and details with darker values, paying attention to the light source.
step 06
Paint the stockings and shoes, using subtle gradations of gray and black.
step 07
Refine the edges and details, softening some areas and sharpening others to create visual interest.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to bring the painting to life.

color palette

primary · red · white · raw umber · yellow ochre

secondary · black · gray · blue

Achieve skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red or raw umber. Use diluted black and blue to create the gray tones for the stockings. Muted reds are achieved by mixing red with raw umber.

techniques