Historical subject scene (I)

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · ivory black · burnt umber · cadmium red light · yellow ochre

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian

Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining burnt umber, ivory black, and white. Use cadmium red light and yellow ochre to create warm tones for the figures' clothing. Add ultramarine blue to darken shadows and create cool tones.

techniques

• ·underpainting
• ·glazing
• ·scumbling
• ·chiaroscuro
• ·drapery rendering

common pitfalls

• →Incorrect proportions of the figures.
• →Overworking the details too early in the process.
• →Failing to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
• →Inaccurate color mixing.