plate no. 2946

Farmyard in Bloom

Lovis Corinth, 1904

oilImpressionismlandscapegardenflowersbuildingfoliagetreesdoor

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as capturing the impressionistic style of loose brushwork and atmospheric perspective. Students will also learn how to simplify complex scenes by focusing on the overall shapes and values rather than individual details.

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 building, trees, and garden.
step 02
Establish the main value structure by blocking in the dark and light areas with thin washes of color.
step 03
Begin layering colors to create the foliage, using a variety of greens, yellows, and browns.
step 04
Add the flowers, using small, broken brushstrokes to capture their texture and color variations.
step 05
Paint the building, paying attention to the light and shadow patterns.
step 06
Refine the details, such as the branches, leaves, and individual flowers.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Review and adjust the overall composition and color balance.

color palette

primary · sap green · yellow ochre · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · raw sienna

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue, and adjust the value with white or burnt umber. Create the flower colors by mixing cadmium red with white, yellow, or a touch of blue.

techniques