plate no. 2311
Ejiri in Suruga Province
Katsushika Hokusai, 1831
experienced study
Students would develop skills in linear composition, flat color application, and understanding how to create movement and narrative through simplified forms and strategic placement of elements.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
1
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
4
study guide
est. 12 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition with Mount Fuji in background and curved path
- step 02
Draw the two prominent trees with wind-blown branches and foliage
- step 03
Add the human figures struggling against wind with papers flying
- step 04
Block in flat color areas starting with the sky gradient
- step 05
Apply the blue tones for mountain and clothing
- step 06
Add the green grass areas with consistent texture
- step 07
Paint the tree trunks and branches in dark values
- step 08
Finish with small details like papers and facial features
color palette
primary · ultramarine blue · prussian blue · raw sienna · ivory black
secondary · vermillion · yellow ochre · viridian green · titanium white
Mix blues with white for sky gradation, combine blue and black for deep shadows, use ochre and white for flesh tones
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·linear composition
- ·gradient blending
- ·negative space utilization
- ·pattern repetition for texture
common pitfalls
- →overworking the flat color areas
- →making the composition too complex
- →losing the sense of movement and wind
- →inconsistent perspective in the landscape elements
materials
surface · smooth canvas board or illustration board
required
- ·acrylic paints in primary colors plus black and white
- ·#4 flat brush
- ·#2 round brush
- ·#1 liner brush
- ·canvas board 16x12
- ·palette knife
- ·water containers
- ·paper towels
optional
- ·masking tape for clean edges
- ·drawing pencil 2H
- ·fixative spray
- ·small detail brushes
Acrylics work well for achieving the flat, matte finish characteristic of woodblock prints
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