Emma Sandys, the Artist's Sister

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · burnt umber · ultramarine blue

secondary · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson · ivory black

Mix skin tones by blending titanium white, yellow ochre, and a touch of burnt umber. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber for the dark background. Add small amounts of alizarin crimson for warmth in the cheeks and lips.

techniques

• ·portraiture
• ·blending
• ·layering
• ·glazing
• ·color mixing

common pitfalls

• →Overworking the skin tones and creating a muddy effect.
• →Failing to capture the subtle shifts in value and color.
• →Neglecting the importance of accurate proportions.
• →Using too much detail too early in the painting process.