plate no. 5361

Escape

Sergey Solomko, 1915

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)genre paintingfigurewaterfallarchitecturegardenveiljewelry

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering translucent fabrics, capturing subtle color variations in light and shadow, and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, paying attention to the proportions of the figure and the placement of the architectural elements.
step 02
Establish the background washes, starting with the lightest tones and gradually building up the darker areas.
step 03
Block in the basic shapes of the figure, focusing on the overall form and the flow of the drapery.
step 04
Begin adding details to the face, hair, and jewelry, using small, precise brushstrokes.
step 05
Develop the folds and shadows in the veil, using a combination of washes and dry brush techniques to create a sense of transparency.
step 06
Refine the details of the waterfall and the surrounding architecture, paying attention to the textures and patterns.
step 07
Add final highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension, and adjust the overall color balance as needed.
step 08
Allow to dry completely and add any final glazes or details.

color palette

primary · titanium white · raw sienna · alizarin crimson

secondary · cerulean blue · yellow ochre

Achieve the subtle skin tones by mixing white, sienna, and a touch of crimson. Use diluted washes of blue and sienna to create the atmospheric perspective in the background.

techniques