plate no. 9035

Houses

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapebuildingsstreethousesskyarchitecture

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a cohesive and atmospheric painting. It also encourages the use of visible brushstrokes to add texture and interest.

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 buildings and the street, focusing on perspective and composition.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin layer of light blue paint.
step 03
Establish the main value structure by applying darker blues and grays to the shadowed areas of the buildings.
step 04
Mix a range of neutral tones using white, blue, and a touch of yellow or brown for the sunlit areas.
step 05
Apply thicker paint with visible brushstrokes to create texture and dimension.
step 06
Add details such as windows and doors, keeping the overall style loose and expressive.
step 07
Refine the shapes and values, paying attention to the interplay of light and shadow.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the sense of depth and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · raw umber

secondary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna

Mix various shades of blue by adding white or raw umber. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna sparingly to warm up the neutral tones and create subtle color variations.

techniques