plate no. 5868
In the Park
Camille Bombois, 1937
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and depicting figures in a landscape setting. It also encourages simplified forms and a focus on overall composition.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 10 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the tree line.
- step 02
Establish the background with light green and blue washes to create the atmospheric perspective.
- step 03
Block in the main shapes of the trees and foliage with darker greens, varying the tones.
- step 04
Begin adding details to the figures, focusing on their basic shapes and colors.
- step 05
Layer in the grass and white 'confetti' details on the ground.
- step 06
Refine the details of the figures, adding subtle shadows and highlights.
- step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and contrast to achieve the desired mood.
- step 08
Add final details to the foliage and ground to complete the painting.
color palette
primary · sap green · titanium white · ivory black
secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · cerulean blue
Mix greens by combining sap green with white and yellow ochre for lighter shades, and with ivory black for darker shades. Use cerulean blue and white to create the hazy background.
techniques
- ·layering
- ·blending
- ·scumbling
- ·simplified forms
- ·atmospheric perspective
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details and losing the simplicity of the style.
- →Creating muddy colors by over-mixing.
- →Failing to establish a strong sense of depth.
- →Making the figures too realistic.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic paints
- ·round brushes
- ·flat brushes
- ·palette
- ·water container
- ·paper towels
- ·soft cloth
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·easel
- ·retarder medium
Using acrylics will allow for quick drying times and easy layering. Consider using a retarder medium to extend the drying time for easier blending.
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