plate no. 3118

George Sandford, MA, Archdeacon of Doncaster

oilImpressionismportraitportraitfiguremanclothingchairbackground

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering realistic skin tones. Students will also practice blending and layering techniques to create depth and form.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and chair.
step 02
Establish the background with a dark, textured wash.
step 03
Block in the main areas of color for the skin, clothing, and chair.
step 04
Begin layering and blending colors to create form and depth in the face.
step 05
Refine the details of the clothing, paying attention to folds and highlights.
step 06
Add details to the hands and facial features.
step 07
Adjust the values and colors throughout the painting to achieve a harmonious balance.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the portrait.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · ivory black · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red light · raw sienna

Mix skin tones using white, yellow ochre, a touch of red, and a small amount of blue or umber for shadows. Create the dark blue of the clothing by mixing ultramarine blue and black.

techniques