plate no. 9730

Houses in Provence

oilImpressionismlandscapetreesbuildinglandscapeskyfoliagepath

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as simplifying complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the trees, building, and path, focusing on proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, ground, and foliage using thin washes.
step 03
Establish the darkest values in the shadows of the trees and building.
step 04
Begin layering colors in the trees, using short, broken brushstrokes to create texture.
step 05
Add details to the building, focusing on the color variations in the walls and roof.
step 06
Refine the path and foreground, adding highlights and shadows to create depth.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and value contrast to match the original painting.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · raw umber · sap green · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre, sap green, and ultramarine blue. Achieve earth tones by blending raw umber, burnt sienna, and yellow ochre. Use white to lighten values and create atmospheric perspective.

techniques