plate no. 9742
Gate of temple in Japan
David Burliuk, 1921
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective through color and value changes. It also provides practice in depicting architectural details within a natural setting.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
5
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 12 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and ground, paying attention to perspective.
- step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in large areas of color for the sky, trees, and ground.
- step 03
Begin layering greens and blues in the trees, using short, choppy brushstrokes to create texture.
- step 04
Add details to the buildings, focusing on the roof lines, windows, and wooden structures.
- step 05
Introduce highlights and shadows to define the forms of the trees and buildings.
- step 06
Refine the ground plane with variations in color and texture, suggesting pathways and foliage.
- step 07
Add details to the stone lanterns and surrounding vegetation.
- step 08
Review and adjust the overall balance of color and value to achieve a cohesive composition.
color palette
primary · sap green · sky blue · yellow ochre · titanium white
secondary · burnt umber · cadmium yellow · ultramarine blue
Mix greens by combining blues and yellows, and use white to lighten values. Create earth tones by mixing browns, yellows, and blues.
techniques
- ·impasto
- ·broken color
- ·scumbling
- ·layering
- ·dry brushing
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details too early in the process.
- →Creating flat, uniform areas of color without variation.
- →Ignoring the effects of light and shadow on the forms.
- →Failing to establish a clear sense of depth and perspective.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas (18x24 inches)
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·rags
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·easel
- ·varnish
Use a medium-tooth canvas to allow for texture. Consider using a quick-drying medium to speed up the drying process.
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