plate no. 7897
Crimen Perfecto
Angel Planells, 1930
experienced study
Recreating this painting would help students develop skills in surrealist composition, symbolic representation, and creating depth through color and value.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 20 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and other elements.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and ground.
- step 03
Begin to define the details within the figure's face, including the landscape, brickwork, and other symbolic elements.
- step 04
Add the shadows and highlights to create depth and dimension.
- step 05
Refine the details of the other objects, such as the scissors, onion, and brick wall.
- step 06
Pay close attention to the color relationships and how they contribute to the overall mood and meaning.
- step 07
Add final details and touch-ups to complete the painting.
- step 08
Allow to dry and varnish.
color palette
primary · cerulean blue · burnt sienna · titanium white
secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre
Mix various shades of blue for the sky and water. Use burnt sienna and white to create the skin tones and ground. Mix red and white for the lips.
techniques
- ·glazing
- ·scumbling
- ·color layering
- ·trompe l'oeil
- ·surrealist juxtaposition
common pitfalls
- →Getting lost in the details too early.
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure.
- →Not paying attention to the symbolic meaning of the elements.
- →Inaccurate proportions of the figure.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·assorted brushes
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil
- ·mineral spirits
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·retarder
- ·varnish
Use high-quality paints for best results. Consider using a medium to improve the flow and blending of the paints.
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