plate no. 4378

Interior

Oleg Holosiy, 1991

oilExpressionisminteriorinteriorroomwindowcurtainstablechairs

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand value relationships and how to create a sense of depth using a limited palette. It will also improve their ability to capture light and shadow and create texture with visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the window, table, and chairs.
step 02
Block in the large areas of dark and light values using a thin wash of your darkest color.
step 03
Begin to build up the mid-tones, paying attention to the direction of light and shadow.
step 04
Add details to the window, curtains, and furniture, using thicker paint and more visible brushstrokes.
step 05
Refine the edges and shapes, using a dry brush to create texture and soften transitions.
step 06
Pay close attention to the highlights on the table and chairs, and the shadows on the floor.
step 07
Add final touches and details, such as the objects on the table.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and harmony of the painting.

color palette

primary · ivory black · titanium white · raw umber

secondary · payne's gray · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of gray by combining black and white. Add small amounts of raw umber or yellow ochre to warm up the grays and create subtle color variations.

techniques