plate no. 8774

From "Dispersion"

Samira Eskandarfar, 2007

oil, canvasContemporary Realismportraitportraitwomanglassesshadowfacehair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly in capturing realistic skin tones and rendering light and shadow. It also provides practice in accurately depicting facial features and creating a sense of depth.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the face and glasses.
step 02
Establish the main areas of light and shadow with a thin wash of burnt umber.
step 03
Begin building up the skin tones using a limited palette of white, burnt umber, and a touch of yellow ochre.
step 04
Carefully blend the transitions between light and shadow to create a smooth, realistic effect.
step 05
Paint the glasses, paying attention to the reflections and transparency.
step 06
Add details to the hair, using short, directional brushstrokes.
step 07
Refine the facial features, such as the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · titanium white · burnt umber · ivory black

secondary · yellow ochre · raw sienna

Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining burnt umber, ivory black, and titanium white. Add a touch of yellow ochre to warm up the skin tones.

techniques