plate no. 4604

In a Village Near Paris (Street in Paris, Pink Sky)

Lyonel Feininger, 1909

oil, canvasExpressionismgenre paintingbuildingsstreetfiguresskytreescityscape

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 expressive artwork. It also encourages experimentation with visible brushstrokes to add texture and visual interest.

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 buildings and street, focusing on perspective.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light pink, blending it smoothly.
step 03
Establish the main areas of blue for the buildings, varying the shades slightly.
step 04
Add the figures using simplified shapes and colors.
step 05
Define details like windows, doors, and architectural elements with darker blues and reds.
step 06
Paint the trees with thin, dark lines.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Refine the brushstrokes to achieve the desired texture.

color palette

primary · Prussian Blue · Titanium White · Cadmium Red Light

secondary · Yellow Ochre · Burnt Umber · Pink

Mix different shades of blue by adding white or a touch of red. Create pink by mixing red and white. Use yellow ochre and burnt umber for the figures' clothing.

techniques