plate no. 4816

Inneres Der Johanneskirche Zu München

canvas, oilExpressionisminteriorinteriorchurchfiguregatearchitecturefloor

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering subtle lighting and creating depth using a limited color palette. Students will also practice depicting complex architectural details with loose brushwork.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the perspective of the floor and the placement of the figure.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks: walls, floor, gate, and figure, using thin washes of color.
step 03
Build up the color and value in layers, focusing on the light and shadow patterns.
step 04
Add details to the gate and architectural elements, using small brushstrokes and varying the paint thickness.
step 05
Refine the figure, paying attention to the pose and the way the light falls on it.
step 06
Add highlights to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 07
Glaze over the painting to unify the colors and create a sense of harmony.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · ivory black

Mix burnt umber and raw sienna for the warm tones of the walls and floor. Add titanium white to lighten the colors and create highlights. Use ivory black sparingly to create shadows and define details.

techniques