plate no. 3741

Família

Lasar Segall, 1922

oilExpressionismportraitfiguresportraitfamilyclothinghatbackground

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms and using watercolor washes to create depth and texture. It also encourages experimentation with color and expressive mark-making.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and placement of the figures and background elements.
step 02
Apply a light wash of color to the background, allowing it to dry completely.
step 03
Begin layering washes of color for the skin tones, clothing, and hair, building up depth gradually.
step 04
Use darker washes to define the shadows and contours of the figures.
step 05
Add details such as the eyes, nose, and mouth, using a fine brush.
step 06
Introduce accent colors to add interest and variation to the composition.
step 07
Allow the painting to dry completely, then add any final touches or adjustments.
step 08
Consider adding a final glaze to unify the colors and enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · ivory black

secondary · alizarin crimson · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

Mix burnt umber with ultramarine blue to create dark shadows. Use alizarin crimson and raw sienna for skin tones, adjusting the proportions to achieve the desired warmth.

techniques