plate no. 6495

For The Poor - Charity

oilSymbolismsymbolic paintingfigureschildbuildingarchitecturecharitypoverty

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and atmosphere, as well as understanding how to use value to define form and create a focal point.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and the building, paying attention to proportions and placement.
step 02
Establish the background color with a thin wash of golden yellow.
step 03
Begin blocking in the dark values of the figures and the building using a dark brown or black.
step 04
Layer lighter tones over the dark areas to create form and dimension, focusing on the light source.
step 05
Add details to the figures, such as clothing folds and facial features.
step 06
Paint the child's blue coat, adding highlights and shadows to give it depth.
step 07
Refine the details of the building, adding texture and architectural elements.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to the entire painting, adjusting values as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · ivory black

secondary · Prussian blue · raw sienna

Mix yellow ochre with a touch of burnt umber to create the golden background. Use burnt umber and ivory black to create the dark tones of the figures and building. Mix Prussian blue with a touch of white to create the child's coat.

techniques