plate no. 1907

Hillside

Rudolf Láng, 1953

oilExpressionismlandscapelandscapehillstreesanimalscityscapesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and using expressive brushstrokes to convey movement and texture. It also provides practice in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and values.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and major shapes of the hills and trees.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue-gray wash, allowing for variations in tone.
step 03
Establish the base colors of the hillside using a mix of browns, yellows, and reds.
step 04
Add darker values to create shadows and define the forms of the trees and ground.
step 05
Layer lighter colors on top to create highlights and add depth to the landscape.
step 06
Paint the cityscape in the background with simplified shapes and muted colors.
step 07
Add details such as the animals and smaller trees using expressive brushstrokes.
step 08
Refine the overall composition and adjust values as needed to create a cohesive image.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · raw sienna

Mix browns and yellows with white for the hillside. Use blue and white with a touch of brown for the sky. Create variations in color by adding small amounts of red, green, or ochre to the base colors.

techniques