plate no. 8482

Dream

Zoe Lerman, 1980

oilPost-Impressionismgenre paintingfigureslandscapedreamtreesskyfoliage

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, color mixing to achieve a harmonious palette, and layering techniques to create depth and atmosphere.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the placement of the figures and landscape elements.
step 02
Establish the background colors, starting with the sky and then moving to the foliage and ground.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figures, focusing on accurate proportions and gesture.
step 04
Begin layering colors to create depth and dimension in the foliage and landscape.
step 05
Refine the details of the figures, including facial features, clothing, and hands.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create form and volume.
step 07
Pay attention to the details in the dress and the peacock design.
step 08
Add final touches and adjustments to unify the painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · alizarin crimson · viridian green · cadmium yellow light

Achieve the skin tones by mixing yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue and white for the sky, and mix greens and browns for the foliage.

techniques