plate no. 9440

From a Folklore

Asgrimur Jonsson, 1957

oilImpressionismmythological paintingfiguremonsterlandscaperocksseafolklore

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, creating atmospheric perspective, and using hatching and cross-hatching to define form and texture. It also provides practice in capturing a narrative scene with expressive characters.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and landscape elements.
step 02
Establish the basic color washes for the sky, sea, and land, using diluted paints.
step 03
Begin building up the forms of the figures, starting with light washes and gradually adding darker values.
step 04
Use hatching and cross-hatching to define the contours and textures of the rocks, clothing, and facial features.
step 05
Add details to the faces and hands, paying attention to the expressions and gestures.
step 06
Refine the colors and values, creating depth and atmosphere.
step 07
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the contrast and create a sense of realism.
step 08
Review and adjust the overall composition and color balance.

color palette

primary · raw umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · cadmium red · viridian · ultramarine blue

Mix raw umber with white for the figures' skin tones. Use viridian and ultramarine blue for the sea and sky, adding white to lighten the values. Mix red and yellow ochre for warm highlights.

techniques

·hatching and cross-hatching
·dry brushing
·glazing
·atmospheric perspective
·figure drawing

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early
→Failing to establish a strong value structure
→Ignoring the importance of atmospheric perspective
→Not capturing the expressive qualities of the figures

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb

required

·watercolor paper 140lb
·watercolor paints
·round brushes (sizes 2, 6, 10)
·palette
·water container
·pencil
·eraser

optional

·masking fluid
·palette knife
·ruler

Use high-quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling and ensure good color absorption. Experiment with different brush sizes to achieve varying levels of detail.

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