plate no. 1568

Figure

oilPost-Impressionismgenre paintingfiguresfamilyclothinghatseveryday lifechildren

suitable for beginners

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color blocking, precise line work, and understanding of simplified forms. It also provides practice in creating a balanced composition with multiple figures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and their relative positions on the canvas.
step 02
Outline the major shapes and details, paying attention to proportions.
step 03
Begin filling in the large areas of color with flat, even tones.
step 04
Add the darker outlines to define the shapes and create contrast.
step 05
Introduce the secondary colors for details like the umbrella and the girl's apron.
step 06
Add the finer details, such as the patterns on the hats and the facial features.
step 07
Refine the outlines and color fills to achieve a clean, graphic look.
step 08
Add the signature/stamp if desired.

color palette

primary · light blue · beige · red

secondary · gray · brown · pink

Mix light blue by adding white to a phthalo blue. Achieve beige by mixing yellow ochre with white and a touch of burnt umber. Use a vibrant red for the star and other details.

techniques