plate no. 6583
Illustration for the book of B. Dix 'Toys'
Heorhiy Narbut, 1911
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes: the monster, the village buildings, and the figures.
- step 02
Refine the sketch, adding details to the buildings, the monster's features, and the figures' clothing.
- step 03
Apply a base layer of color to the sky and the ground using diluted paint.
- step 04
Paint the buildings with their respective colors, focusing on simple shapes and outlines.
- step 05
Add details to the buildings, such as windows, doors, and roof lines.
- step 06
Paint the monster, starting with the base color of its fur and then adding details to its face and clothing.
- step 07
Paint the figures and the carriage, paying attention to their proportions and clothing details.
- step 08
Add final details and outlines to the entire composition using a fine brush.
color palette
primary · ochre · brown · red · green
secondary · yellow · black · white
Mix ochre with white for lighter tones in the sky and ground. Use brown and black to create shadows and depth in the monster's fur and the buildings.
techniques
- ·flat washes
- ·outlining
- ·color blocking
- ·dry brushing
common pitfalls
- →Overcomplicating the details in the buildings and figures.
- →Using too many colors, which can make the painting look chaotic.
- →Not paying attention to the proportions of the figures and buildings.
- →Making the outlines too heavy, which can flatten the image.
materials
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
required
- ·watercolor paper or canvas
- ·watercolor paints or acrylic paints
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·fine liner brush
- ·palette
- ·water container
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
optional
- ·ruler
- ·masking tape
- ·palette knife
Use good quality paints for richer colors. A smooth surface is recommended for easier outlining.
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