plate no. 0567

Figures Gambling in a Tavern

oil, canvasBaroquegenre paintingfigurestaverngamblinginteriortabledog

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures in a dimly lit interior and understanding atmospheric perspective to create depth. It also provides practice in capturing realistic textures of various materials like wood, fabric, and metal.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and objects.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and values using thin washes of color.
step 03
Establish the light source and begin to build up the shadows and highlights.
step 04
Start working on the figures, paying attention to their anatomy and expressions.
step 05
Develop the details of the interior, including the furniture, objects, and architectural elements.
step 06
Refine the colors and values to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 07
Add final details, such as highlights on the objects and textures on the clothing.
step 08
Glaze the painting to unify the colors and create a sense of depth.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · ivory black · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · cadmium red light · Naples yellow

Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining burnt umber, raw sienna, ivory black, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue to create cooler shadows and cadmium red light to add warmth to the skin tones.

techniques