plate no. 7236

Farandole

Filipp Malyavin, 1926

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)genre paintingfigureswomendancingredscarvesfloral

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive brushwork, color mixing for vibrant reds and yellows, and creating a sense of movement and energy through loose, gestural strokes. It also provides practice in depicting figures in dynamic poses and suggesting details rather than rendering them precisely.

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 positions of the figures, focusing on the overall composition and flow.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, using broad strokes to establish the dominant red tones.
step 03
Begin to define the individual figures, paying attention to the folds of their clothing and the shapes of their faces.
step 04
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension, using thicker paint and more visible brushstrokes.
step 05
Introduce secondary colors like yellows, greens, and blues to add vibrancy and visual interest.
step 06
Refine the details of the faces and clothing, but maintain a loose and expressive style.
step 07
Add final touches, such as small details in the floral patterns and highlights on the figures' faces.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall composition, making any necessary adjustments to balance the colors and shapes.

color palette

primary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · viridian green · ultramarine blue · alizarin crimson

Achieve the various shades of red by mixing cadmium red with alizarin crimson, yellow ochre, and white. Create the greens by mixing viridian green with yellow ochre and white. Use ultramarine blue to create cooler shadows and accents.

techniques