plate no. 3336

Family feast

Niko Pirosmani, 1907

oil, oilclothNaïve Art (Primitivism)genre paintingfamilyfeastfigurestablefoodtrees

some experience helpful

This painting is great for practicing figure drawing with simplified forms and understanding how to create a sense of depth using basic color and value relationships. Students will also learn to simplify details and focus on capturing the essence of the scene.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and placement of the figures, table, and background trees.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and then the table and figures.
step 03
Add details to the figures, such as facial features, clothing, and accessories.
step 04
Refine the colors and values, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the food and objects on the table.
step 06
Define the edges of the figures and objects to create a sense of separation.
step 07
Add final touches, such as highlights and shadows, to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Review and adjust the painting as needed.

color palette

primary · black · white · yellow ochre · Prussian blue

secondary · raw umber · cadmium yellow light · crimson

Mix black and white for various shades of gray. Use yellow ochre and white for the tablecloth. Mix Prussian blue and white for the sky. Add a touch of crimson to black for the clothing.

techniques