plate no. 3448

Cornish Church

Matthew Smith, 1920

oilFauvismcityscapechurchbuildingarchitecturelandscapepathwindow

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing, layering, and creating depth through simplified shapes and bold brushstrokes. It also encourages experimentation with non-realistic color palettes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, path, and framing elements, focusing on composition.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color: the sky, buildings, grass, and path, using simplified shapes.
step 03
Begin layering colors within each shape to create depth and variation, focusing on the red and blue hues.
step 04
Add details such as windows, architectural features, and the fence, using thicker paint and visible brushstrokes.
step 05
Refine the edges of shapes and add highlights and shadows to enhance the form.
step 06
Pay attention to the contrast between the dark sky and the brightly colored buildings.
step 07
Add final touches and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · black

secondary · viridian green · yellow ochre · magenta

Mix various shades of red by adding magenta, yellow ochre, or black. Create the blues by mixing ultramarine with a touch of red or black. Greens are created by mixing blue and yellow ochre.

techniques