plate no. 3732

Girl Standing on a Balcony

oilExpressionisminteriorinteriorfigurewindowbalconylightchair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in capturing subtle light and shadow variations, as well as creating atmospheric perspective to convey depth. It also provides practice in painting figures in an interior setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, paying attention to the perspective of the room and the placement of the figure.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure by blocking in the dark areas first, followed by the mid-tones.
step 03
Begin layering in the dominant colors, focusing on the greens and whites, and gradually building up the color variations.
step 04
Pay close attention to the light source and how it affects the colors and values in the scene.
step 05
Refine the details of the figure, window, and other elements, using smaller brushes and more precise strokes.
step 06
Add highlights and reflections to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 07
Soften edges and blend colors where necessary to create a harmonious and atmospheric effect.
step 08
Step back and assess the painting, making any final adjustments to the composition, color, or value.

color palette

primary · titanium white · viridian green · raw umber

secondary · yellow ochre · ivory black

Achieve the subtle greens by mixing viridian green with white and a touch of yellow ochre. Use raw umber and ivory black to create the darker tones and shadows.

techniques