plate no. 0985

Garden

Mstislav Dobuzhinsky, 1915

oilSymbolismcityscapebuildingstreesfiguresgardenhousessky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in perspective, color mixing for atmospheric effects, and rendering details in a complex scene. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth and atmosphere using watercolor techniques.

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 perspective lines of the buildings, houses, and garden layout.
step 02
Establish the sky with a diluted wash of grey and blue, leaving some areas lighter for clouds.
step 03
Apply a base wash of green to the grassy areas, varying the tones to suggest depth and form.
step 04
Paint the buildings using a mix of yellows, oranges, and browns, paying attention to the light source and shadows.
step 05
Add details to the houses, such as windows, doors, and roof tiles, using a fine brush.
step 06
Paint the trees and foliage with varying shades of green, using a dry brush technique to create texture.
step 07
Add the figures and other details in the foreground, such as the rocking horse and the ball.
step 08
Refine the details and add final touches, such as the rainbow and the shadows.