plate no. 4290

Hyacinth

Koshiro Onchi, 1927

oilSōsaku hangaportraitportraitwomanflowershyacinthtextpattern

suitable for beginners

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in linework, color blocking, and understanding simplified forms. It's a good exercise in replicating a printmaking style with paint.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes: the woman's face, the flower, and the overall composition.
step 02
Outline the key features with a fine-tipped brush or pen, focusing on the distinct lines.
step 03
Block in the large areas of color: the background, the skin tone, the flower petals, and the hair.
step 04
Add the secondary colors and patterns, such as the details on the clothing and the background swirls.
step 05
Refine the linework and color edges to match the crispness of the original print.
step 06
Add the text 'AVRIL' at the top, ensuring accurate spacing and size.
step 07
Paint the border around the image with the blue color.
step 08
Add any final details or corrections to match the original.

color palette

primary · pale yellow · purple · pink

secondary · blue · brown · black

Mix a pale yellow by adding a small amount of yellow to white. Achieve the purple by mixing red and blue, adjusting the ratio for the desired shade. The pink can be created by mixing red and white.

techniques