plate no. 7936

Greeting by Chiefs

Arman Manookian, 1928

oilNaïve Art (Primitivism)genre paintingfiguresshipslandscapetropicalfoliagesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and practice creating depth using color and size variations. It also encourages experimentation with bold, expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figures, ships, and landscape elements.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and background.
step 03
Add the darker values to define the shapes of the figures and foliage.
step 04
Begin adding details to the ships, including the sails and rigging.
step 05
Refine the shapes and colors of the figures, paying attention to the highlights and shadows.
step 06
Add details to the foliage and foreground elements.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and contrast to create a cohesive composition.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · orange · blue · green · red

secondary · white · brown · yellow · gray

Mix various shades of blue by adding white or black to the base blue. Create the orange hues by mixing red and yellow, adjusting the ratio for lighter or darker shades.

techniques