plate no. 3468

Elisabeth Imrédy, Edle Von Omorovicze

oilRealismportraitportraitfiguredresschairtabledrapery

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering fabric textures. It also provides practice in creating depth through value changes and subtle color shifts.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on proportions and placement of the figure and objects.
step 02
Establish the background with a thin wash of color, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, dress, and furniture with broad strokes.
step 04
Refine the facial features, focusing on accurate proportions and subtle value changes.
step 05
Develop the folds and textures of the dress and drapery, using layering and blending techniques.
step 06
Add details to the chair and table, including the ornate carvings and the objects on the table.
step 07
Adjust the overall values and colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ivory black · burnt umber · cadmium red

secondary · titanium white · yellow ochre · viridian

Mix various shades of black by combining ivory black with burnt umber and a touch of cadmium red. Achieve skin tones by mixing titanium white, yellow ochre, and a small amount of cadmium red.

techniques