plate no. 8387

Cuisinière

Mario Prassinos, 1949

oilCubismstill lifestill lifeabstractkitchentableobjectsgeometric

some experience helpful

This painting is great for practicing color blocking and simplifying complex forms into geometric shapes. Students will learn to create depth and interest through color choices and line work.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition onto the canvas, focusing on proportions.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background (black).
step 03
Refine the shapes and add the mid-tones and highlights.
step 04
Add the darker outlines to define the shapes and create contrast.
step 05
Mix and apply the accent colors to add visual interest.
step 06
Pay attention to the edges of the shapes, varying the sharpness and softness.
step 07
Add final details and highlights to create depth.
step 08
Step back and assess the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · black · gray · red-brown · blue

secondary · white · ochre

Mix various shades of gray by combining black and white. Create the red-brown by mixing red, brown, and a touch of black. Achieve lighter tones by adding white to the primary colors.

techniques

·color blocking
·hard edge painting
·simplification of form
·limited palette
·outlining

common pitfalls

→Overcomplicating the shapes
→Using too many colors
→Not paying attention to the value contrast
→Making the outlines too uniform

materials

surface · Stretched canvas

required

·Stretched canvas
·Acrylic or oil paints (black, gray, red-brown, blue, white, ochre)
·Assorted brushes (flat and round)
·Palette
·Palette knife
·Ruler or straight edge

optional

·Medium (for oil paints)
·Easel
·Tracing paper

Using a limited palette will help to create a cohesive and harmonious painting. Acrylic paint is recommended for beginners due to its fast drying time.

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