plate no. 2102

Hoch hrající si s míčem

Josef Capek, 1914

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfigureballhouseskycloudslandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplifying complex forms into geometric shapes and mixing muted color tones. It also provides an opportunity to explore expressive brushwork and stylized representation.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the figure, landscape, and house, focusing on proportions and angles.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color: sky, ground, figure's clothing, and house.
step 03
Refine the shapes and colors of the figure, paying attention to the planes of the body.
step 04
Add the details of the face, hat, and ball.
step 05
Develop the background elements like the clouds and house, using simplified shapes and colors.
step 06
Add visible brushstrokes to create texture and visual interest.
step 07
Adjust the values and colors to create a sense of depth and harmony.
step 08
Add final details and highlights.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Burnt umber · Titanium white

secondary · Cadmium red · Yellow ochre · Sap green

Mix muted blues and browns by combining primary colors with white and small amounts of complementary colors. Achieve the pinkish clouds by mixing white with a touch of red and blue.

techniques