plate no. 2194
Clearing Back
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the trees and the path.
- step 02
Establish the overall color scheme with a thin wash of diluted paint.
- step 03
Begin layering in the darker values of the tree trunks and foliage.
- step 04
Add highlights to the leaves and ground using lighter shades of yellow and green.
- step 05
Define the path with varying shades of yellow, green, and brown, suggesting texture.
- step 06
Paint the distant figure with minimal detail, focusing on its overall shape and value.
- step 07
Refine the details of the trees, adding branches and subtle color variations.
- step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the sense of light and atmosphere.
color palette
primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · sap green
secondary · titanium white · ultramarine blue
Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue. Achieve lighter values by adding titanium white. Use burnt umber to darken colors and create shadows.
techniques
- ·broken color
- ·scumbling
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·layering
- ·alla prima
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details and losing the loose, impressionistic feel.
- →Creating overly harsh contrasts between light and dark areas.
- →Failing to establish a clear sense of depth and perspective.
- →Using colors straight from the tube without mixing them properly.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·yellow ochre paint
- ·burnt umber paint
- ·sap green paint
- ·titanium white paint
- ·ultramarine blue paint
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·painting medium
- ·easel
Use a medium that allows for quick drying and easy blending. Consider using a toned canvas to establish a base color.
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