plate no. 3287

Incendie De Persepolis

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)history paintingfiguresarchitecturefirelandscapeceremonyhistorical

advanced study

Recreating this painting would develop skills in figure drawing, composition, and creating atmospheric perspective. Students can learn to manage a complex scene with many figures and architectural elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 40 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a rough sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of figures and architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the large areas of light and shadow.
step 03
Refine the figures, paying attention to anatomy and proportions.
step 04
Add details to the architecture, including columns, carvings, and other decorative elements.
step 05
Develop the background landscape, using atmospheric perspective to create depth.
step 06
Paint the fire, using bright colors and dynamic brushstrokes to convey its energy.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create a sense of volume and dimension.
step 08
Refine the details and make any necessary adjustments to the composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · alizarin crimson · cadmium yellow

Achieve the skin tones by mixing titanium white, cadmium red, and yellow ochre. Create the atmospheric perspective by adding blue and white to the background colors.

techniques