plate no. 9815

Daddy's Girl

Eric Fischl, 1984

oilContemporary Realismnude painting (nu)figuresbuildingtreeskypatiochair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting human figures in natural light and understanding how light affects color and form. It also provides practice in capturing architectural details and creating a sense of depth through perspective and color variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figures, building, and tree.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and the overall tone of the patio.
step 03
Establish the basic skin tones of the figures, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 04
Begin to refine the details of the building, including the windows, stairs, and plants.
step 05
Add details to the figures, such as facial features and the folds of skin.
step 06
Paint the tree and surrounding vegetation, using varying shades of green and brown.
step 07
Refine the details of the patio furniture and the glass, adding highlights and shadows.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and realistic image.

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · cerulean blue · raw umber

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · ultramarine blue

Mix skin tones using white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red. Achieve the sky color by blending white and cerulean blue. Use raw umber and white to create the various shades of the building.

techniques