plate no. 8732

Famille dans le jardin

Marie Duhem, 1912

oilPost-Impressionismlandscapegardentreesfigureslandscapefoliagegrass

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in impressionistic brushwork and color mixing to create a sense of light and atmosphere. Students will also learn to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and color blocks.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the main tree trunks.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in large areas of color for the sky, foliage, and ground.
step 03
Begin to define the shapes of the trees and foliage with short, broken brushstrokes.
step 04
Mix and apply various shades of green, yellow, and blue to create the impression of grass and sunlight.
step 05
Add details to the figures, focusing on capturing their form with simple shapes and colors.
step 06
Use small touches of red, orange, and yellow to add highlights and create a sense of warmth.
step 07
Refine the details of the trees and foliage, adding texture and depth with dry brush techniques.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and harmony of the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · sap green · lemon yellow · burnt sienna · cerulean blue

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · titanium white

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows, and adjust the value with white or burnt sienna. Achieve the pinks and peaches for the figures by mixing red and white, with a touch of yellow.

techniques