plate no. 3733

Dmitry Filosof portrait

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)portraitportraitfiguremanclothingchairformal wear

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering form through subtle value changes. It also provides practice in painting fabrics and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and chair.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure with a thin wash of color.
step 03
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the background, clothing, and skin tones.
step 04
Refine the facial features, paying close attention to the light and shadow.
step 05
Develop the details of the clothing and chair, adding texture and highlights.
step 06
Soften edges and blend colors to create a sense of atmosphere.
step 07
Add final highlights and details to bring the painting to life.
step 08
Review and adjust as needed to achieve a cohesive and balanced composition.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · ivory black · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red light

Mix various shades of blue and black for the background. Use white and yellow ochre to create highlights on the face and clothing. Add a touch of red to warm up the skin tones.

techniques