plate no. 7869
En Solskensdag
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering light and shadow, particularly on fabric, and in creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in painting figures in a natural setting.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the main shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and the buildings.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and the background buildings, using thin washes of paint.
- step 03
Establish the basic values of the figure's clothing, paying attention to the light and shadow patterns on the fabric.
- step 04
Paint the foliage and trees, using a variety of greens and yellows to capture the dappled sunlight.
- step 05
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and doors, using a fine brush.
- step 06
Refine the details of the figure, including the face, hands, and clothing folds.
- step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension, paying attention to the direction of the light source.
- step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.
color palette
primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · burnt umber · ivory black
secondary · sap green · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow light
Mix various shades of green by combining sap green, cadmium yellow light, and a touch of ultramarine blue. Achieve the warm tones of the buildings by mixing yellow ochre, burnt umber, and titanium white. Use ivory black sparingly to create shadows and darker tones.
techniques
- ·blocking in
- ·layering
- ·scumbling
- ·glazing
- ·atmospheric perspective
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details too early in the process.
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure.
- →Using colors that are too saturated or intense.
- →Ignoring the effects of light and shadow on the forms.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas 18x24
- ·titanium white oil paint
- ·yellow ochre oil paint
- ·burnt umber oil paint
- ·ivory black oil paint
- ·sap green oil paint
- ·round brushes size 2, 4, and 6
- ·linseed oil
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·medium gloss
- ·turpentine
Use a medium-tooth canvas to allow for layering and blending. Consider using a limited palette to simplify the color mixing process.
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