Cola di Rienzi who contemplates the ruins from the heights of Rome

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · ultramarine blue · cadmium red

Mix burnt umber and yellow ochre to create the warm tones of the sky and landscape. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create the dark shadows in the figure and rocks. Add titanium white to lighten the colors and create highlights.

techniques

• ·scumbling
• ·glazing
• ·chiaroscuro
• ·atmospheric perspective
• ·dry brushing

common pitfalls

• →Overworking the details too early in the process.
• →Failing to establish a strong value structure.
• →Making the figure too stiff or unnatural.
• →Not creating enough depth in the landscape.