plate no. 6484
Eis 8 (Nature)
Daniel Sambo-Richter, 2018
some experience helpful
This painting is great for learning how to create depth using color temperature and value. It also provides practice in using expressive brushstrokes to define form.
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 of the ice formations and the horizon line.
- step 02
Block in the dark sky using a mix of black and ultramarine blue.
- step 03
Establish the base color for the ice using a mid-tone blue.
- step 04
Add highlights to the ice with lighter blues and whites, focusing on the direction of light.
- step 05
Introduce darker blues and purples in the shadows to create depth.
- step 06
Paint the water with horizontal strokes, blending blues and whites.
- step 07
Add small details and refine the edges of the ice formations.
- step 08
Adjust values and colors as needed to create a cohesive and atmospheric painting.
color palette
primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · black
secondary · cerulean blue · purple · raw umber
Mix different shades of blue by combining ultramarine blue and white. Add small amounts of black to darken the blues and create shadows. Use raw umber to create warmer tones in the ice.
techniques
- ·dry brush texture
- ·color mixing
- ·value control
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·broken color
common pitfalls
- →Over-blending the colors, resulting in a flat appearance.
- →Not establishing a clear light source.
- →Ignoring the subtle color variations in the ice.
- →Using too much detail, losing the expressive quality of the brushstrokes.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·ultramarine blue oil paint
- ·titanium white oil paint
- ·black oil paint
- ·cerulean blue oil paint
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·flat brushes (various sizes)
- ·palette
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil
- ·painting medium
Use high-quality oil paints for best results. A medium-sized canvas (16x20 or 18x24) is recommended.
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