plate no. 2265
Dobrudjan Landscape
Victor Brauner, 1937
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students understand simplified forms and color blocking to create depth and dimension. Students will also learn to mix harmonious earth tones and create a sense of light and shadow using a limited palette.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the hills, buildings, and clouds.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and then moving to the hills and buildings.
- step 03
Define the shapes of the hills and buildings with darker and lighter values.
- step 04
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and roofs.
- step 05
Refine the shapes of the clouds and add highlights.
- step 06
Blend the edges of the color blocks to create a softer effect.
- step 07
Add final details and highlights to create depth and interest.
- step 08
Step back and assess the painting, making any necessary adjustments.
color palette
primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white · ultramarine blue
secondary · raw sienna · cadmium red light · ivory black
Mix different proportions of burnt umber, yellow ochre, and white to create the various earth tones. Use ultramarine blue and white for the sky, adding a touch of burnt umber to create a muted tone. Mix red and white for the roofs.
techniques
- ·color blocking
- ·simplified forms
- ·blending
- ·value contrast
- ·layering
common pitfalls
- →Over-blending the colors, losing the distinct shapes.
- →Using too many colors, creating a muddy effect.
- →Failing to establish a strong value contrast.
- →Not simplifying the forms enough.
- →Ignoring the overall composition and focal point.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·burnt umber
- ·yellow ochre
- ·titanium white
- ·ultramarine blue
- ·assorted brushes (flat and round)
- ·palette
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·painting medium
- ·easel
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Acrylics will dry faster, while oils will allow for more blending time.
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