plate no. 9262
Jacob Trip
Nicolaes Maes, 1657
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly in capturing likeness and rendering subtle tonal variations in skin and fabric. It also emphasizes the importance of value contrast to create form and drama.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
5
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 7 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the head, shoulders, and collar.
- step 02
Establish the darkest areas of the background and clothing with a thin wash of dark brown or black.
- step 03
Block in the mid-tones of the face, gradually building up the form with thin layers of paint.
- step 04
Add highlights to the face, collar, and beard, paying attention to the direction of the light.
- step 05
Refine the details of the face, such as the eyes, nose, and mouth.
- step 06
Work on the texture of the beard using short, broken brushstrokes.
- step 07
Adjust the values and colors as needed to create a sense of depth and realism.
color palette
primary · ivory black · raw umber · burnt umber · titanium white
secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium yellow light · raw sienna
Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining black, umber, and white. Add small amounts of yellow ochre or raw sienna to warm up the skin tones.
techniques
- ·underpainting
- ·glazing
- ·scumbling
- ·dry brushing
- ·chiaroscuro
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details too early
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure
- →Using colors that are too saturated
- →Ignoring the subtle shifts in tone and color
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·assorted brushes
- ·palette knife
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·retouch varnish
- ·easel
Use a canvas with a smooth texture for best results. Consider using a toned canvas to help establish the dark background.
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