plate no. 4793

Eis 2 (Nature)

Daniel Sambo-Richter, 2013

oilContemporary Realismlandscapeglaciericewaterskylandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as understanding how light interacts with different surfaces, specifically ice.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the glacier and the horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of orange and yellow.
step 03
Apply a base layer of blue to the glacier, varying the shade slightly.
step 04
Begin adding darker blues and grays to create shadows and define the forms of the ice.
step 05
Use lighter blues and whites to highlight the edges and surfaces catching the light.
step 06
Add details to the water, using short, horizontal strokes to suggest movement.
step 07
Refine the shapes and values of the glacier, paying attention to the subtle variations in color and texture.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt umber · cadmium orange

Mix blues and whites for the glacier, adding small amounts of yellow ochre or burnt umber to create variations in tone. Use orange and yellow for the sky, blending them to create a soft gradient.

techniques

·layering
·dry brushing
·scumbling
·color mixing
·value control

common pitfalls

→Overblending the colors, resulting in a flat, lifeless appearance.
→Failing to create enough contrast between light and shadow.
→Ignoring the subtle variations in color within the glacier.
→Getting lost in details too early, before establishing the overall composition and values.