plate no. 1800
Crucifixion of Apostle Andrew, Patras in Achaia, AD 70
Jan Luyken, 1685
experienced study
Recreating this etching will develop skills in line drawing, cross-hatching, and creating depth through varying line weight and density. It also requires careful observation of anatomy and drapery.
technical profile
palette complexity
1
brushwork visibility
1
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light pencil sketch of the overall composition, paying attention to proportions and placement of figures.
- step 02
Outline the main shapes and forms with a fine-tipped pen or etching needle.
- step 03
Start adding details to the figures, focusing on facial expressions and drapery folds.
- step 04
Use cross-hatching to create shadows and define the form of the figures and landscape.
- step 05
Vary the density of the cross-hatching to create different values and depth.
- step 06
Add details to the background architecture and sky.
- step 07
Refine the linework and add any final details.
- step 08
Erase any remaining pencil lines.
color palette
primary · black · white
secondary ·
This is a monochrome image; the key is to control the value through line density.
techniques
- ·cross-hatching
- ·line weight variation
- ·stippling
- ·contour drawing
- ·hatching
common pitfalls
- →Rushing the initial sketch and ending up with incorrect proportions.
- →Making the lines too uniform, resulting in a flat and lifeless image.
- →Overworking the cross-hatching and creating a muddy or unclear image.
- →Ignoring the importance of negative space in defining the forms.
materials
surface · Smooth drawing paper
required
- ·Smooth drawing paper
- ·Pencils (HB, 2B)
- ·Fine-tipped drawing pen (0.1mm or smaller)
- ·Eraser
- ·Ruler
- ·Magnifying glass (optional)
optional
- ·Etching needle
- ·Etching plate
- ·Etching ink
- ·Press
If etching, use appropriate etching tools and materials.
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