plate no. 6694

In Italy

oilRealismcityscapebuildingswaterskyfiguresarchitecturecoastal

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in perspective, color mixing for light and shadow, and capturing architectural details with simplified brushstrokes. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings, horizon line, and major shapes.
step 02
Establish the sky color with a thin wash of blue, gradually adding subtle variations in tone.
step 03
Block in the large shapes of the buildings with simplified colors, paying attention to the light and shadow patterns.
step 04
Paint the water with horizontal brushstrokes, capturing the reflections and subtle color variations.
step 05
Add details to the buildings, such as windows, arches, and balconies, using a smaller brush.
step 06
Paint the figures and other small elements, such as boats and rocks, with simple shapes and colors.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the values to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt umber · raw sienna · cadmium yellow

Mix various shades of blue and white for the sky and water. Use yellow ochre and white for the sunlit areas of the buildings, and burnt umber for shadows.

techniques