plate no. 0955

Ishiyama Temple

oilSōsaku hangacityscapetemplelanternsfiguresarchitecturecourtyardcolumns

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in perspective drawing, color layering, and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in rendering details within a limited color palette.

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, focusing on the perspective of the columns and lanterns.
step 02
Block in the main colors for the sky, columns, and ground, using diluted washes.
step 03
Add the darker tones to define the shadows and create depth.
step 04
Paint the lanterns, starting with the base color and then adding the details and lettering.
step 05
Add the figures, paying attention to their proportions and placement within the scene.
step 06
Refine the details of the architecture, such as the roof tiles and window frames.
step 07
Add small details like the hanging papers and the patterns on the kimonos.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve the desired mood.