plate no. 7415

Fruit of the Vine

Norman Rockwell, 1930

oilRegionalismgenre paintingfiguresinteriortablefruitwindowclothing

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, capturing realistic skin tones, and creating depth through layering and value control. Students will also learn to depict realistic fabric and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the placement of the figures and the table.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Start with the background, establishing the color and texture of the wall.
step 04
Develop the figures, focusing on accurate proportions and skin tones.
step 05
Add details to the clothing, paying attention to folds and shadows.
step 06
Paint the table and the objects on it, focusing on accurate color and texture.
step 07
Refine the details and add highlights to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · ultramarine blue · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red light · ivory black

Mix various shades of brown and gray for the background and shadows. Use ultramarine blue and white to create the blue dress. Mix yellow ochre and burnt umber for the skin tones.

techniques