plate no. 6251

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Lasar Segall, 1924

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresbuildingcityscapecoupleportraitplants

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplified portraiture and explore a limited color palette to create a cohesive and expressive artwork. Students can also learn about creating depth with subtle value changes and layering.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figures and the background buildings.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the figures, clothing, and background.
step 03
Begin layering in the mid-tones and shadows, focusing on the planes of the faces.
step 04
Add details to the clothing, such as the tie and lapel of the man's suit.
step 05
Refine the facial features, paying attention to the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 06
Add details to the background buildings, including windows and architectural details.
step 07
Introduce subtle color variations and highlights to create depth and interest.
step 08
Add final details to the plants and any other foreground elements.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · yellow ochre · raw sienna · sap green

Mix various shades of brown and grey by combining burnt umber, ultramarine blue, and white. Use red and white to create the blush on the woman's face. Mix blue and white for the woman's dress.

techniques

·color mixing
·layering
·simplified forms
·blending
·glazing

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details and losing the simplified, expressive style.
→Using colors straight from the tube without mixing and creating a harmonious palette.
→Not paying attention to the proportions of the figures.
→Ignoring the subtle value changes that create depth.