plate no. 8928

Die Kartenrunde

Adolf Hirémy-Hirschl, 1889

oilRealismgenre paintingfigurestablecardsinteriormenpipe

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the composition and placement of figures and objects.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors using thin washes of paint.
step 03
Gradually build up layers of paint, focusing on the values and tones to create depth and form.
step 04
Pay attention to the lighting and how it affects the colors and shadows.
step 05
Refine the details of the figures and objects, such as the faces, hands, and cards.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create a sense of realism.
step 07
Soften edges and blend colors to create a harmonious effect.
step 08
Add final details and adjustments as needed.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · ivory black · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red light

Mix burnt umber and ivory black for dark shadows. Use raw sienna and titanium white for highlights. Add small amounts of cadmium red light to warm up skin tones.

techniques

·underpainting
·layering
·blending
·scumbling
·glazing

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early in the process.
→Using too much paint and losing the transparency of the layers.
→Not paying attention to the values and tones, resulting in a flat or muddy painting.
→Ignoring the importance of soft edges and blending.