plate no. 3316

Flowers

Alexandre Jacovleff, 1930

oilExpressionismflower paintingflowersvasefoliagestill lifefloral arrangement

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in loose, expressive brushwork and color mixing to create a vibrant floral arrangement. It also encourages observation of shapes and forms rather than precise rendering.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the vase and the overall flower arrangement.
step 02
Block in the background with a light, neutral color.
step 03
Establish the darkest values of the leaves and vase.
step 04
Begin adding the main colors of the flowers, focusing on the overall color masses.
step 05
Develop the individual flower shapes with loose brushstrokes.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Introduce secondary colors and details to enhance the vibrancy.
step 08
Refine the composition and add finishing touches.

color palette

primary · pink · purple · green · blue

secondary · yellow · white · red

Mix various shades of pink and purple by combining red, white, and blue. Achieve the greens by mixing blue and yellow, and adjust with white or brown for different tones.

techniques