plate no. 7259

Fountain in Summer

oil, canvasDivisionismlandscapetreeswaterskylandscapegardenpond

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing to achieve subtle variations and applying broken color techniques to create texture and light effects. It also encourages careful observation of reflections and the interplay of light and shadow.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, including the pond, trees, fence, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the sky, trees, and ground using thin washes.
step 03
Begin applying small, distinct strokes of color to build up the texture and form of the trees and foliage.
step 04
Mix a range of greens, yellows, and browns to capture the variations in the landscape.
step 05
Create the reflection in the pond using blues, purples, and greens, mirroring the surrounding colors.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to define the shapes and create depth.
step 07
Refine the details, such as the fence and distant hills, using small, precise brushstrokes.
step 08
Adjust the overall color balance and value contrast to achieve a harmonious effect.

color palette

primary · sap green · yellow ochre · cerulean blue · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow light

Achieve the vibrant greens by mixing sap green with yellow ochre and cadmium yellow light. Create the sky by mixing cerulean blue with titanium white and a touch of ultramarine blue. Use burnt sienna and ultramarine blue to create neutral browns for the ground and tree trunks.

techniques

·pointillism/divisionism
·broken color
·scumbling
·color mixing
·layering

common pitfalls

→Overmixing colors, resulting in muddy tones.
→Applying strokes too uniformly, losing the broken color effect.
→Ignoring the subtle color variations in the shadows and highlights.
→Failing to capture the reflective quality of the water.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas 18x24
·acrylic or oil paints
·round brushes (sizes 2, 4, 6)
·palette
·palette knife
·linseed oil or acrylic medium
·odorless mineral spirits or water
·paper towels

optional

·easel
·painting medium
·varnish

Use high-quality paints to achieve the best color saturation and longevity. Consider using a medium to adjust the consistency and drying time of the paints.

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