plate no. 3242
Entierro
Xul Solar, 1915
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms and using a limited color palette to create a cohesive and expressive image. It also encourages exploration of symbolic representation.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
2
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of figures and landscape elements.
- step 02
Establish the horizon line and the winding path.
- step 03
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and ground.
- step 04
Add the figures in black, paying attention to their poses and gestures.
- step 05
Paint the flames in the foreground using shades of yellow and orange.
- step 06
Define the details of the figures' clothing and faces.
- step 07
Add the architectural elements and other details.
- step 08
Refine the colors and values to create depth and atmosphere.
color palette
primary · black · yellow · orange · brown
secondary · red · blue · white
Mix browns from yellow, orange, and black. Use white to lighten the sky and path. Create muted tones by mixing complementary colors.
techniques
- ·flat washes
- ·color blocking
- ·simplified forms
- ·limited palette
- ·layering
common pitfalls
- →Overcomplicating the forms
- →Using too many colors
- →Ignoring the overall composition
- →Not establishing a clear focal point
materials
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
required
- ·watercolor paper
- ·watercolor paints
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·palette
- ·water container
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
optional
- ·masking fluid
- ·ruler
- ·palette knife
Use good quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling. Experiment with different brush sizes to achieve varying levels of detail.
tips & new artworks in your inbox
no spam — unsubscribe anytime.
or to save artworks, chat, and track progress
in this vein
related artworks
Dolly Sisters
Kees van Dongen
Nude with Loaves
Jean Helion
My Father
Carlos Botelho
Helen
Chronis Botsoglou
The portrait painter in the country
Albin Egger-Lienz
Marketta on Lázeňská street, Prague
Maria Bozoky
Winter at the Entrepotdok, in Amsterdam city
Paul Werner
Old Woman with Masks (Theatre of Masks)
James Ensor