plate no. 1123
In One of the Following Years (When Also of Another Beauty II)
Richard Oelze, 1967
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in tonal shading, creating depth through value, and rendering complex textures with graphite. It also encourages exploration of surrealist imagery and composition.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the overall composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and landscape elements.
- step 02
Establish the darkest and lightest areas to define the value range.
- step 03
Begin shading the background sky and landscape with soft, blended tones.
- step 04
Work on the figure's form, gradually building up the shading to create volume.
- step 05
Add the detailed textures and patterns on the figure, using a variety of pencil strokes.
- step 06
Refine the details and adjust the values to create a sense of depth and realism.
- step 07
Pay close attention to the transitions between light and shadow to create a smooth, blended effect.
- step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the drawing.
color palette
primary · graphite · white · gray
secondary · none
Varying pressure and blending techniques with graphite will achieve the different shades of gray.
techniques
- ·tonal shading
- ·blending
- ·hatching
- ·cross-hatching
- ·stippling
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the drawing and losing the subtle tonal variations.
- →Creating harsh lines instead of smooth transitions.
- →Failing to establish a clear value range.
- →Getting lost in the details before establishing the overall form.
materials
surface · Smooth drawing paper
required
- ·Graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B, 6B)
- ·Eraser
- ·Kneaded eraser
- ·Blending stumps
- ·Smooth drawing paper
- ·Pencil sharpener
- ·Ruler
optional
- ·Sandpaper block
- ·Drafting tape
- ·Fixative spray
Experiment with different grades of graphite pencils to achieve a wider range of values. Use a light touch when applying graphite to avoid creating harsh lines.
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