plate no. 5682

In Ufa

oilImpressionismcityscapecityscapebuildingsrooftopsskyarchitecturetower

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and values. It also provides practice in capturing the essence of a scene with loose, expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition of the scene, focusing on the placement of the buildings and the tower.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure by blocking in the main areas of light and shadow with diluted paint.
step 03
Begin layering colors, starting with the darker tones and gradually building up to the lighter areas.
step 04
Use short, broken brushstrokes to create texture and suggest details, avoiding hard edges.
step 05
Pay attention to the color temperature and how it changes across the scene, using warm colors in the foreground and cool colors in the background.
step 06
Refine the details of the tower and other architectural elements, but maintain a loose and painterly approach.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and dimension.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and harmony of the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · viridian · ultramarine blue · cadmium red light

Mix burnt umber and yellow ochre for the dominant browns and tans. Add white to lighten these tones. Use viridian and ultramarine to create the greens and blues of the sky and rooftops. A touch of red can warm up the browns.

techniques