plate no. 6687
Futebol
Candido Portinari, 1935
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting would help students develop skills in simplifying figures and creating a sense of depth using color and scale. It also provides practice in mixing earth tones and depicting simple forms.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and landscape elements.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and the ground.
- step 03
Add the figures, simplifying their forms and focusing on their gestures.
- step 04
Develop the background elements, such as the buildings and trees.
- step 05
Add details to the figures, such as clothing and facial features.
- step 06
Refine the colors and values, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
- step 07
Add shadows to ground the figures and objects.
- step 08
Add final details and highlights.
color palette
primary · red earth · sky blue · white
secondary · green · brown · black
Achieve the red earth color by mixing red, brown, and a touch of yellow. Mix different shades of green for the foliage. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·simplified forms
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·color mixing
- ·layering
common pitfalls
- →overcomplicating the figures
- →using too many colors
- →not creating enough depth
- →ignoring the proportions of the figures
- →uneven color application
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic paints
- ·round brushes
- ·flat brushes
- ·palette
- ·water
- ·paper towels
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·medium gloss
- ·easel
Use a limited palette of colors to simplify the mixing process. Consider using a warm-toned canvas to enhance the earthiness of the painting.
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