plate no. 9089

Girl with Cigarette

oilPost-Impressionismportraitportraitfiguretableinteriortextileslamp

some experience helpful

This painting offers practice in rendering skin tones and fabric textures with visible brushstrokes. Students can learn to create depth and form using subtle shifts in color and value.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and key objects.
step 02
Establish the background with a loose, textured application of paint.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, paying attention to proportions and pose.
step 04
Develop the skin tones, using layers of color to create depth and warmth.
step 05
Paint the clothing and textiles, capturing the folds and patterns with expressive brushstrokes.
step 06
Add details to the face, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 07
Refine the lighting and shadows, creating a sense of form and volume.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · raw umber · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue

secondary · cadmium red light · yellow ochre · ivory black

Mix skin tones using white, raw umber, burnt sienna, and a touch of red. Create the blue shawl by mixing ultramarine blue with white and a touch of black. Use yellow ochre and white to create the background.

techniques