plate no. 7729

From Húsafell, West Iceland

Asgrimur Jonsson, 1950

oilPost-Impressionismlandscapelandscapetreesmountainsskyfoliagefield

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and using expressive brushstrokes to capture the texture of nature. It also encourages simplification of forms and bold color choices.

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 mountains, trees, and foreground, paying attention to the overall composition.
step 02
Block in the sky with broad strokes of blue and white, suggesting the clouds.
step 03
Establish the mountain range with warm yellows, oranges, and browns, using a loose, painterly approach.
step 04
Begin layering the trees, using various shades of green, from dark to light, to create depth and dimension.
step 05
Define the foreground with a mix of greens, reds, and browns, creating a sense of texture and variation.
step 06
Add details to the trees and foliage, using smaller brushstrokes to suggest leaves and branches.
step 07
Refine the overall composition, adjusting colors and values as needed to create a harmonious and balanced image.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the sense of light and atmosphere.