plate no. 3048

Creol Patio Royal Street, Old French Quarter

oilImpressionismcityscapebuildingscourtyardplantsarchitecturefoliagesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective to suggest distance. Students will also learn to simplify complex architectural details and foliage into expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings and main compositional elements using light pencil lines.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by applying a thin wash of diluted paint to the entire canvas.
step 03
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the buildings, foliage, and sky.
step 04
Begin layering colors to create depth and dimension, paying attention to light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the architectural elements, such as windows, doors, and balconies.
step 06
Develop the foliage by using a variety of brushstrokes and colors to create texture and visual interest.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the values to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · raw umber · titanium white · cerulean blue

secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · viridian

Achieve the weathered building colors by mixing raw umber and white with small amounts of blue or red. Create the foliage by mixing viridian with yellow ochre and touches of red for variation.

techniques