plate no. 9393

Green Table

Stefan Caltia, 2020

oilMagic Realismstill lifeflowersvasetablestill lifefoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors, creating texture with visible brushstrokes, and capturing the subtle variations in light and shadow on different surfaces. It also offers practice in painting patterns and floral arrangements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the vase, flowers, and table, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Block in the background with a dark, neutral color.
step 03
Establish the main colors of the vase, table, and flowers using thin washes.
step 04
Begin layering colors on the vase, adding details to the pattern.
step 05
Develop the flowers, focusing on capturing the different colors and textures.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Refine the details of the table, including the stripes and highlights.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the overall composition and color balance.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · cadmium red · cadmium yellow

secondary · viridian green · burnt umber · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of green by combining viridian green with yellow and white. Achieve the dark background by mixing burnt umber, ultramarine blue, and a touch of red. Create the floral colors by mixing the primary colors with white for lighter tones and burnt umber for darker tones.

techniques

·dry brushing
·layering
·scumbling
·color mixing
·broken color

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early in the process.
→Failing to establish a strong value structure.
→Using colors straight from the tube without mixing.
→Ignoring the subtle color variations in the shadows and highlights.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas
·oil paints
·round brushes (various sizes)
·flat brushes (various sizes)
·palette
·linseed oil
·turpentine or odorless mineral spirits
·palette knife

optional

·painting medium
·retouch varnish
·easel

Use a canvas with a smooth surface to allow for detailed brushwork. Consider using a medium to improve the flow of the paint and extend the drying time.

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