plate no. 2277

Figura

Sa Nogueira, 1964

oilExpressionismportraitfigureportraitinteriorbeermachinelight fixture

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms and using expressive color to convey mood. It also provides practice in layering paint and creating texture with visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on proportions.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and then the figure's clothing and face.
step 03
Add the details of the machine and the beer mug, paying attention to their shapes and placement.
step 04
Refine the colors and values, adding highlights and shadows to create depth.
step 05
Use visible brushstrokes to add texture and energy to the painting.
step 06
Add the final details, such as the patterns on the clothing and the reflections in the beer.
step 07
Review the overall composition and make any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · teal green · tan · black

secondary · blue · pink · yellow

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and teal. Achieve the background tan by mixing yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and white. Create variations of the skin tone by mixing yellow and green.

techniques