plate no. 6250

Dubovac from a nearby orchard

Alfred Freddy Krupa, 1993

oil, cardboardContemporary Realismlandscapecastletreeslandscapearchitectureskyfoliage

some experience helpful

This painting offers practice in simplifying complex forms into basic shapes and using expressive brushstrokes to create texture and depth. Students will also learn to mix muted color tones and create a sense of atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the castle, trees, and landscape, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin layer of light blue and white, blending softly.
step 03
Establish the main color masses for the castle and foliage using a limited palette of browns, greens, and reds.
step 04
Develop the form of the castle by adding darker values to create shadows and lighter values to suggest highlights.
step 05
Paint the trees with loose, expressive brushstrokes, varying the color and thickness of the paint.
step 06
Add details to the foreground, such as grass and small plants, using a smaller brush.
step 07
Refine the overall composition by adjusting values and colors as needed.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to create a sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · sap green

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue

Mix browns by blending burnt umber and raw sienna. Create muted greens by mixing sap green with burnt umber and white. Achieve the sky color by mixing ultramarine blue with a large amount of titanium white.

techniques