plate no. 2810

Genesis #2

Lorser Feitelson, 1934

oilSurrealismsymbolic paintingstill lifemelonsculpturelight bulbfigurewindow

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing, creating smooth gradients, and understanding surrealist composition. It also provides practice in rendering diverse textures and forms.

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 and proportions of the objects.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and the table surface.
step 03
Begin to refine the shapes and forms of the objects, adding details and shadows.
step 04
Mix and apply the colors for the melon, sculpture, and other still life elements, focusing on accurate color matching.
step 05
Carefully render the light bulb and the figure in the window, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 06
Add the final details and highlights to create depth and realism.
step 07
Refine edges and blend colors to achieve a smooth, polished finish.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall composition, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · red · purple · yellow · blue

secondary · green · orange · white

Achieve the muted tones by mixing complementary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. The dark background is a mix of blues, browns, and black.

techniques