plate no. 1142

In the Corner

watercolor, paperArt Nouveau (Modern)interiorinteriorfigurefurnitureroomstovepaintings

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering interior spaces, capturing subtle color variations, and creating a sense of depth through layering and perspective. The detailed tilework on the stove offers a good exercise in pattern repetition and variation.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the perspective of the room and the placement of the furniture.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, starting with the walls and floor, using diluted washes.
step 03
Add the larger details like the door, stove, and chairs, gradually building up the color intensity.
step 04
Begin working on the figure, focusing on the proportions and basic shading.
step 05
Carefully render the details of the tiled stove, paying attention to the patterns and color variations.
step 06
Add the smaller details like the paintings on the wall, the rugs, and the clock.
step 07
Refine the shading and highlights throughout the painting to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Add final touches and details to the figure, including the clothing and facial features.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt sienna

secondary · viridian green · cadmium red · titanium white

Achieve the wall color by mixing yellow ochre with a touch of burnt sienna and white. The blues in the clothing and chair can be created by mixing ultramarine blue with white and a touch of burnt sienna to mute the color.

techniques

·watercolor washes
·dry brushing
·layering
·glazing
·linear perspective

common pitfalls

→Getting the perspective wrong can throw off the entire composition.
→Overworking the details on the stove can make it look too busy and detract from the overall image.
→Failing to capture the subtle color variations can make the painting look flat.
→Not paying attention to the proportions of the figure can make it look unnatural.

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb

required

·watercolor paper 140lb
·watercolor paints
·round brushes (sizes 2, 6, 10)
·flat brush (size 1/2 inch)
·palette
·water container
·masking tape
·pencil

optional

·kneaded eraser
·ruler
·watercolor pencils

Use high-quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling and ensure that the colors blend smoothly. A variety of brush sizes will be helpful for rendering different details.

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