Interior by Oleg Holosiy

plate no. 4378

Interior

Oleg Holosiy, 1991

oilExpressionisminteriorinteriorroomwindowcurtainstablechairs

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

·dry brushing
·scumbling
·value painting
·alla prima
·broken color

common pitfalls

→Overworking the painting and losing the freshness of the brushstrokes.
→Creating too much contrast and losing the subtle value relationships.
→Ignoring the direction of light and shadow.
→Failing to simplify the composition and details.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas 16x20
·ivory black oil paint
·titanium white oil paint
·raw umber oil paint
·palette
·assorted brushes (flat and round)
·linseed oil
·odorless mineral spirits

optional

·palette knife
·painting medium
·easel

Use a medium-grit canvas for better texture. Consider using a toned canvas (e.g., a light gray or raw umber wash) to establish a base value.

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