plate no. 8169

Colourful Houses in Tabán

oilCubismlandscapehouseslandscapehillsskybuildingspath

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create depth and form. It's also a good exercise in understanding atmospheric perspective and color temperature.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the houses, hills, and sky, focusing on proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, hills, and buildings with thin washes.
step 03
Gradually build up layers of color, adding darker values to create shadows and lighter values for highlights.
step 04
Define the shapes of the houses and other elements with slightly bolder brushstrokes.
step 05
Add details such as windows, roofs, and the path, using a smaller brush.
step 06
Refine the colors and values, paying attention to the overall harmony of the painting.
step 07
Add final touches and highlights to create a sense of depth and dimension.
step 08
Let dry and varnish.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · cadmium yellow · burnt sienna

secondary · viridian green · alizarin crimson · titanium white

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and viridian green. Create muted tones by adding small amounts of complementary colors. Use white to lighten values and create highlights.

techniques